Description
Bixa orellana, commonly known as the Annatto, is renowned for its vibrant red seeds that are often used as a natural colorant. Originating from tropical South America, this plant not only serves as a useful culinary ingredient but also adds a unique aesthetic to your garden with its bright, heart-shaped leaves and pink flowers.
✅ Key Features:
- Natural source of red coloring
- Showy pink flowers and attractive foliage
- Adaptable to various growing conditions
- Useful in traditional medicine
- Seeds contain antioxidants
🌿 Plant Care Tips:
- Thrives in well-draining, fertile soil
- Requires full sun to partial shade
- Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between watering
- Fertilize monthly during the growing season
- Prune to shape and remove damaged parts
