Asystasia gangetica (Chinese Violet / Creeping Foxglove)

Asystasia gangetica, commonly known as Chinese Violet or Creeping Foxglove, is a fast-spreading groundcover admired for its lush green foliage and showy, trumpet-shaped purple flowers. Native to tropical Asia and Africa, this vigorous creeper is ideal for erosion control, roadside beautification, and adding soft color to sunny landscapes.

Key Features:

• Produces an abundance of lavender to purple flowers with a yellow throat

• Rapid-growing and mat-forming habit

• Excellent for erosion control on slopes and embankments

• Tolerates drought, heat, and coastal conditions

• Blooms nearly year-round in warm climates

Ideal For:

• Groundcover in large open areas

• Slopes, roadside verges, and erosion-prone sites

• Tropical and low-maintenance gardens

• Landscapes requiring fast, green coverage

Growing Tips:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant afterward

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• Maintenance: Occasional trimming helps manage spread and promote blooming

Why Choose Asystasia gangetica from Wahat Al Sahraa Nurseries?
At Wahat Al Sahraa Nurseries, our Asystasia gangetica plants are propagated for resilience, fast establishment, and lush coverage. Whether you’re stabilizing slopes or adding soft, floral color to your garden, this dependable groundcover offers beauty and function with minimal upkeep.