Datisca cannabina | False Hemp
DESCRIPTION
Datisca cannabina, also known as false hemp, is a tall perennial that produces feathery clusters of yellow-green flowers in late summer, adding an airy, textural element to garden beds. The plant’s slender, pendulous flower clusters are complemented by deeply lobed, fern-like foliage, giving it a lush, ornamental quality. Its blooms mature into delicate, tassel-like seed heads that lend additional visual interest through autumn.
Native to regions stretching from the Mediterranean to the Himalayas, Datisca cannabina has a history of being cultivated for its resemblance to hemp and its traditional uses in dye-making. This robust plant is well-suited to naturalized or wildflower gardens, where its height and distinct form can create a soft, natural screen or provide vertical interest. Its unique foliage and flower structure make it a visually compelling choice for gardeners looking to add depth to informal, wild-inspired plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Datisca cannabina, also known as false hemp, is a tall perennial that produces feathery clusters of yellow-green flowers in late summer, adding an airy, textural element to garden beds. The plant’s slender, pendulous flower clusters are complemented by deeply lobed, fern-like foliage, giving it a lush, ornamental quality. Its blooms mature into delicate, tassel-like seed heads that lend additional visual interest through autumn.
Native to regions stretching from the Mediterranean to the Himalayas, Datisca cannabina has a history of being cultivated for its resemblance to hemp and its traditional uses in dye-making. This robust plant is well-suited to naturalized or wildflower gardens, where its height and distinct form can create a soft, natural screen or provide vertical interest. Its unique foliage and flower structure make it a visually compelling choice for gardeners looking to add depth to informal, wild-inspired plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Datisca cannabina, also known as false hemp, is a tall perennial that produces feathery clusters of yellow-green flowers in late summer, adding an airy, textural element to garden beds. The plant’s slender, pendulous flower clusters are complemented by deeply lobed, fern-like foliage, giving it a lush, ornamental quality. Its blooms mature into delicate, tassel-like seed heads that lend additional visual interest through autumn.
Native to regions stretching from the Mediterranean to the Himalayas, Datisca cannabina has a history of being cultivated for its resemblance to hemp and its traditional uses in dye-making. This robust plant is well-suited to naturalized or wildflower gardens, where its height and distinct form can create a soft, natural screen or provide vertical interest. Its unique foliage and flower structure make it a visually compelling choice for gardeners looking to add depth to informal, wild-inspired plantings.
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Family: Datiscaceae
Height: 6-10 feet tall
Width: 3-5 feet wide
Foliage color: Deep green, pinnate leaves
Flower color: Yellow-green, inconspicuous flowers in long, pendulous clusters
Bloom time: Late summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate to high
Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning, may need staking due to height
Growing zone: USDA Zones 5-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts pollinators, especially beesThis plant can be seen at the Center for Urban Horticulture and in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
