Berlandier's Fiddlewood (Citharexylum Berlandieri) is a perennial shrub in the Verbenaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Citharexylum berlandieri is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, native to the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas and parts of Mexico.

Berlandier's Fiddlewood

Berlandier's Fiddlewood

Citharexylum Berlandieri

Citharexylum berlandieri is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, native to the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas and parts of Mexico.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, clay-loam, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Berlandier's Fiddlewood

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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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Berlandier's Fiddlewood
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Taxonomy

Family:Verbenaceae
Genus:Citharexylum