Box-thorn Fuchsia (Fuchsia Lycioides) is a perennial shrub in the Onagraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Fuchsia lycioides is a sprawling or trailing shrub native to Chile, recognized for its slender branches and delicate, tubular flowers.

Box-thorn Fuchsia

Box-thorn Fuchsia

Fuchsia Lycioides

Fuchsia lycioides is a sprawling or trailing shrub native to Chile, recognized for its slender branches and delicate, tubular flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Box-thorn Fuchsia

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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:Onagraceae
Genus:Fuchsia