Cape Leadwort
Plumbago auriculata
- Native to:
- Mozambique, South Africa
Dominicus Johannes Bergsma
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Plumbaginaceae
- Genus:
- Plumbago
- Species:
- Plumbago auriculata
- USDA Symbol:
- PLAU6
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Shrub , Vine
- Height:
- 150 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov
- Bloom Colors:
- blue, white
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Garden Armyworm (Spodoptera latifascia), Cassius Blue (Leptotes cassius)
Reported Fauna Sightings
Hummingbirds: Allen's Hummingbird (Selasphorus sasin) Butterflies:Cassius Blue (Leptotes cassius)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to South Africa, prefers sunny locations