Lantana camara
Lantana camara
Lantana
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Taxonomy
Family Verbenaceae · Genus Lantana
Description
Lantana camara is a vibrant flowering plant known for its colorful clusters of small flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It's resilient and adaptable, making it popular in gardens and landscapes across many regions.
Common Names
LantanaTickberrySpanish FlagWest Indian Lantana
Context
nativeRegion
Tropical regions of the Americas and Africa
usdaZones
8 to 11
companionPlants
Petunias, Marigolds, Zinnias
culturalUses
Used in traditional medicine, and often planted in gardens for ornamental purposes.
Care
Care Requirements
LightFull sun to partial shade
WateringModerate, allow soil to dry between waterings
SoilWell-draining, sandy or loamy soil
FertilizerBalanced fertilizer during growth season
HumidityAverage to high humidity
TemperatureThrives in warm temperatures, 60°F to 90°F (15°C to 32°C)
Growth & Life Cycle
HabitShrubby or trailing
Mature Size3 to 6 feet tall and wide
Growth RateModerate growth rate
BloomingBlooms from spring to frost
DormancyNot significantly dormant, can slow growth in extreme cold
Propagation
MethodsCuttings, Seed, Layering
DifficultyModerate
Best SeasonSpring to early summer
Maintenance & Notes
PruningPrune to maintain shape and encourage bushiness
RepottingRepot when root-bound, typically every 2 years
Pests & DiseasesSusceptible to aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies; may experience root rot in poor drainage
ToxicityMildly toxic to pets if ingested
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