Texas Lantana (Lantana Horrida) is a perennial shrub in the Verbenaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium 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.

Lantana horrida is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, native to Mexico, the West Indies, and subtropical South America. It is a low, spreading shrub with rough, aromatic foliage and colorful flowers.

Texas Lantana

Texas Lantana

Lantana Horrida

Lantana horrida is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, native to Mexico, the West Indies, and subtropical South America. It is a low, spreading shrub with rough, aromatic foliage and colorful flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
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, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, butterfly attraction, deer resistant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Texas Lantana

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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:Verbenaceae
Genus:Lantana