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Plant Care
Common lantana
(Lantana camara)
Also Known As
Common lantana, Lantana, Spanish flag, Tickberry, Yellow sage
About This Plant
Lantana camara is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, Verbenaceae. It is native to the American tropics and has been introduced into other parts of the world as an ornamental plant. It is a shrub that can grow up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall and has clusters of small, brightly colored flowers.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters)
Light Requirements
Lantana camara prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Humidity Needs
It can tolerate low to medium humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
It requires a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune regularly to maintain its shape and encourage bushy growth.
Common Pests and Diseases
Lantana camara is susceptible to spider mites, whiteflies, and aphids.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
It requires moderate watering, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Temperature Range
Lantana camara prefers warm temperatures between 60-80ยฐF (15-27ยฐC) but can tolerate temperatures as low as 40ยฐF (4ยฐC).
Growing Season
It grows best in the summer and fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Lantana camara is relatively easy to grow.
USDA Hardiness Zones
It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11.
Did You Know?
Lantana camara is considered an invasive species in many parts of the world due to its ability to spread rapidly and outcompete native plants.
