Cape leadwort (Plumbago auriculata) – care guide

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Plumbago auriculata

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Common name: Cape leadwort
Taxonomy: Family: Plumbaginaceae · Genus: Plumbago

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Plumbago

Watermedium

Lightfull sun

Humiditylowgeneral genus data

Min. temperature3 °C

Cold winter dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●○○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people · general genus data

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Plumbago tip: It flowers on new growth – cut the long shoots back hard in spring.

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Cape leadwort – what to know

Cape leadwort (Plumbago auriculata) – family: Plumbaginaceae, genus: Plumbago. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: medium; min. 3 °C. There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Cape leadwort?

Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.

How much light does Cape leadwort need?

It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Cape leadwort get?

Keep it above 3 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.

Is Cape leadwort toxic to cats and dogs?

There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.

When does Cape leadwort flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Plumbago: Typical flowering time: June, July, August, September, October.

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