Lantana montevidensis (Trailing lantana)
Botanical Information
| Family | Verbenaceae |
| Genus | Lantana |
| Species | montevidensis |
| Category | Annuals, Perennials, Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native to South America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9b - 11b |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 9a and greater |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c - H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | - 5 to 10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 23 to 40 |
| Height | 30 - 45 cm |
| Spread | 90 - 150 cm |
| Flowering Period | April, May, June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A delicate landscaping plant with clusters of purple or white flowers. If grown in warm environments, flowering can be encouraged all year. The plant is also deer-resistant. |
| Shape | Branched, sparse, and short. |
| Landscape | Excellent ground cover, indoor plant, single specimen, flower bed. |
| Propagation | By seed or cuttings taken in the summer. Lantana hybrids and named selections are propagated by cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Medium moisture to well-drained, sandy soil. Prefers full sun. If cultivated in warmer settings the plant can bloom without pause. Thrives in heat and droughts. |
| Pests | Leaf and stem rot can be an issue if grown in shade. |
| Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Rocky slopes and banks on the coasts of South America. |
Photographs
Lantana montevidensis, leaf. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.
Lantana montevidensis, flower. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.
Lantana montevidensis, bud. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.