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Plant Care
Texas lantana
(Lantana urticoides)
Also Known As
Texas lantana, Hogwort, Lantana, Spanish flag
About This Plant
Lantana urticoides is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, Verbenaceae. It is a perennial shrub with a woody base and herbaceous stems that can grow up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall. The leaves are opposite, ovate to lanceolate, and up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) long. The flowers are small and tubular, arranged in clusters that can be red, yellow, orange, or pink.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
3 to 6 feet (0.9 to 1.8 meters)
Light Requirements
Lantana urticoides prefers full sun exposure.
Humidity Needs
It can tolerate low humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
It does not require frequent fertilization. A balanced fertilizer can be applied once a year in early spring.
Pruning Guidelines
It benefits from regular pruning to maintain its shape and promote flowering. Prune in early spring before new growth begins.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests include spider mites, whiteflies, and aphids. It is also susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Watering Schedule
It is drought-tolerant and requires low to moderate watering.
Temperature Range
It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from 20°F (-6°C) to 110°F (43°C).
Growing Season
It blooms from late spring to fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Lantana urticoides is easy to grow and low maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
7a to 10b
Did You Know?
Lantana urticoides is a favorite plant of butterflies and other pollinators. It is also toxic to livestock and can cause photosensitivity in humans.
