European Heliotrope (Heliotropium Europaeum) is a annual herb in the Boraginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Heliotropium europaeum is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, widely naturalized in other regions.

European Heliotrope

European Heliotrope

Heliotropium Europaeum

Heliotropium europaeum is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, widely naturalized in other regions.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for European Heliotrope

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:Boraginaceae
Genus:Heliotropium