Moujean tea, Bahamas berry, pineapple verbena
Moujean tea (Nashia inaguensis) is endemic to the Bahamas. This is why it is also known as the Bahamas berry. The evergreen shrub grows in width (“overhanging”) and reaches heights of one meter and more.
The leaves can be used as a spice. They taste slightly salty, spicy and cinnamony.
Care
Lighting
Nashia inaguensis grows well in bright to partly sunny locations with morning sun, late evening sun and winter sun. In a large pot or container, so that the root ball does not dry out within a few hours, it will also tolerate the hot summer sun once acclimatized.
Soil
Regular mixes for container plants, houseplants, herbs and vegetables can be used.
Watering
The root ball has to be slightly moist at all times, it should only dry on the surface. It should not dry out in complete or stand under water for days on end.
Feeding
In the first year after purchase or repotting, the Moujean tea does not need fertilizing. After that, it can be given organic liquid fertilizer occasionally from spring to late summer.
Temperature
Overwintering at a temperature of around 59 °F (15 °C) can have a positive effect on the development of flowers.
Propagation
Nashia inaguensis can be propagated by cuttings and seeds.
Botany
Nashia inaguensis belongs to the verbena family (Verbenaceae) and is not related to the tea plant (Camellia sinensis, tea shrub family).
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