Flower Properties
Property | Value |
---|---|
English Name | Fuchsia |
MainColor | Red |
PlantType | ![]() |
Growth Type | |
Season | July |
ImageUrl | Fuchsia-002 |
Photographer | DP |
Location | |
Human Toxicity | Non_Toxic |
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
No significant toxic effects known.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Anthocyanins, flavonoids, vitamin C.