Propagation
Sow fresh seed which germinate well at a temperature of 12ş to 17ş C. This plant is not normally cultivated for ornamental purposes as it is regarded as a weed.


Botanic information
Leaf: The dark green ovate leaves have course venation on the upper surface and are paler beneath with a short petiole. The apex is acuminate and the leaves tend to fold upwards along the mid rib.

Flower: The numerous white tubulate flowers have a very short tube with 4-spreading lobesand are arranged in a terminal panicle that appears from late spring to early summer.

Fruit: The purplish-black berries appear in drooping pyramidal clusters. The seeds are very viable and self-sow readily especially after birds have eaten them.