Vitex agnus-castus
Chastetree
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Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) - Description
Vitex agnus-castus, also called Vitex, Chaste Tree, Chasteberry, Abraham's Balm or Monk's Pepper, is a native of the Mediterranean region. It is one of the few temperate-zone species of Vitex, which is on the whole a genus of tropical and sub-tropical flowering plants. Theophrastus mentioned the shrub several times, as agnos (άγνος) in Enquiry into Plants.
Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) - Blooming
Spikes of bluish-purple flowers. Some are used for leis.
Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) - Growth
Deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs. There are two species in this genus that are of horticultural importance. One is a deciduous shrub (V. agnus-castus) and the other is a shrubby, evergreen ground cover (V. rotundifolia). Grows best in full sun. V. agnus-castus and V. negundo are grown for their summer flowers. These species work well in a shrub border or against a wall. Where temperatures drop below 43°F (6°C), plants should be grown in a warm greenhouse.
Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) - Planting
Propagate from the seed in fall or spring at 43-54°F (6-12°C). Can also propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) - Pest
Scale insects. Other issues include leaf spot and root rot, which occur on occasion.
Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) - Interesting facts
Vitex is native to tropical sites worldwide and occur mainly in woodlands or dry river beds.
Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) - Soil and irrigation
Does best with any soil as long as it is well-draining.
