Also known as Hammock Lantana · Hammock Shrub Verbena · Hammock Shrubverbena
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Lantana canescens is a woody shrub native to South America, known for its fragrant foliage and clusters of small flowers, often used in landscaping.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun required
100% intensity
Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
50% intensity
Moderate drought tolerance once established.
Well-drained, sandy, loamy
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 21-27°C. Can tolerate brief dips but protect from frost.
Low feeding requirement
25% intensity
Benefits from a light feeding in spring; excessive fertilizer can reduce flowering.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Mildly toxic if ingested, can cause skin irritation
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Lantana canescens thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in poorly draining conditions.
Reduce watering frequency during cooler, dormant periods.
Prune Lantana canescens in early spring to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged stems. Cut back by about one-third to encourage bushier growth and more flowers.
Deadheading spent blooms throughout the growing season promotes continuous flowering and prevents seed formation.
Propagate Lantana canescens from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, cut them to about 10-15 cm long, and remove lower leaves.
Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and warm.
Repot Lantana canescens every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in early spring before new growth begins to minimize stress on the plant.
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Where Lantana Canescens (Lantana canescens) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Verbenaceae |
| Genus | Lantana |
| Species | Lantana canescens |
Similar in genus Lantana
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