Cretan Viper's-bugloss (Echium Creticum) is a biennial herb in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Echium creticum is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region, known for its upright growth and vibrant flowers.

Cretan Viper's-bugloss

Cretan Viper's-bugloss

Echium Creticum

Echium creticum is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region, known for its upright growth and vibrant flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cretan Viper's-bugloss

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Echium