Salt Heliotrope (Heliotropium Curassavicum) is a perennial 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.

A fleshy, bluish-green, smooth perennial herb with leafy stems often lying prostrate on the ground, producing small white or purplish-tinged flowers.

Salt Heliotrope

Salt Heliotrope

Heliotropium Curassavicum

A fleshy, bluish-green, smooth perennial herb with leafy stems often lying prostrate on the ground, producing small white or purplish-tinged flowers.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, saline
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, soil stabilization

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Salt Heliotrope

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Prune
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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:Boraginaceae
Genus:Heliotropium