Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Cape Jewels |
| Scientific Name | Nemesia strumosa |
| MainColor | Magenta |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | June (May - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Nemesia-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | St Albans |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
A compact annual bedding plant with vibrant, two-lipped flowers in a wide range of colors, including purple, pink, yellow, orange, and white. It is prized for its long flowering period, bringing bright splashes of color to borders, containers, and hanging baskets.
Distribution
Native to South Africa. Widely cultivated across the UK as a garden plant, but not naturalised.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Grown purely for ornamental value.
Edibility
Not edible.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNo known risks to humans or pets.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Flavonoids and pigments responsible for flower coloration.