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Thomasia pygmaea - tiny thomas
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Thomasia pygmaea - tiny thomas
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Thomasia pygmaea - tiny thomas
A small but striking plant hailing from the south-west of Western Australia, thomasia bears the unusual forms of intriguing magenta spotted lantern-shaped flowers in spring and summer. These small reddish speckles also occur on the stems and leaves.
Well worth growing for its fascinating forms, however it will not generally thrive in areas with humid summers.
A unique addition to rockeries, it also works perfectly as a container plant, allowing you to enjoy its singular visual appeal on balconies or patios.
Tip prune often to maintain good appearance.