Also known as Bright-Eye Bush · Dog's-Tail · Eye Bright
Scorpion's-Tail (Heliotropium angiospermum) is a fast-growing, sprawling shrub native to tropical America, valued for its fragrant, small blue flowers and medicinal uses.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings, avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season, reduce in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Scorpion's-Tail prefers to be on the drier side, so avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering frequency during winter months.
Prune in early spring to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pinching back the tips of new growth will promote more flowers.
Regular deadheading of spent blooms also encourages further flowering.
Propagate by stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering stems, cut them about 10-15 cm long, and remove lower leaves.
Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep warm and humid.
Repot your Scorpion's-Tail every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Repot in spring before new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Scorpion's-Tail (Heliotropium angiospermum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Heliotropium |
| Species | Heliotropium angiospermum |
Similar in genus Heliotropium
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