White-trailing Pincushion (Leucospermum Pedunculatum) is a perennial shrub in the Proteaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Leucospermum pedunculatum is an evergreen, low shrub of 15–30 cm high spreading from a single stern upright stem, belonging to the family Proteaceae.

White-trailing Pincushion

White-trailing Pincushion

Leucospermum Pedunculatum

Leucospermum pedunculatum is an evergreen, low shrub of 15–30 cm high spreading from a single stern upright stem, belonging to the family Proteaceae.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for White-trailing Pincushion

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Repot
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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:Proteaceae
Genus:Leucospermum