Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Fuchsia |
| Scientific Name | Fuchsia magellanica |
| Main Color | Red |
| Plant Type |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Flowering | Jun - Oct |
| Image | Fuchsia-002 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
A deciduous shrub with arching stems, small pointed leaves, and drooping, tubular flowers in shades of red and purple, attractive to pollinators.
Distribution
Native to southern Chile and Argentina; widely grown as an ornamental in temperate gardens.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Minor traditional use for mild diuretic and astringent properties, but not widely employed.
Edibility
The berries are edible and sweet, though not widely eaten; flowers are also edible as a garnish
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNo significant toxic effects known.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Anthocyanins, flavonoids, vitamin C.