Trailing Shrubverbena
Lantana montevidensis
- Native to:
- Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Verbenaceae
- Genus:
- Lantana
- Species:
- Lantana montevidensis
- USDA Symbol:
- LAMO2
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Subshrub
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- lavender, purple, white
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
- Lawn Substitute:
- Yes
Reported Fauna Sightings
Butterflies:Fiery Skipper (Hylephila phyleus), Julia butterfly (Dione vanillae), ⚠️Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus), Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- butterflies, bees
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to South American regions with dry conditions
Propagation & Germination
- Germination Time:
- 14–30 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily in warm soil without pretreatment.