Stinging Serpent (Cevallia Sinuata) is a perennial herb in the Loasaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cevallia sinuata is a perennial or subshrub flowering plant known as stinging serpent, native to northern Mexico and the southern United States.

Stinging Serpent

Stinging Serpent

Cevallia Sinuata

Cevallia sinuata is a perennial or subshrub flowering plant known as stinging serpent, native to northern Mexico and the southern United States.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Stinging Serpent

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Loasaceae
Genus:Cevallia