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

Leucospermum truncatulum is a slender, sparsely branched shrub with stiffly erect stems reaching up to 2 meters in height. It features small, felty inverted egg-shaped to oval leaves and produces distinctive pincushion-like flowers.

Oval-leaf Pincushion

Oval-leaf Pincushion

Leucospermum Truncatulum

Leucospermum truncatulum is a slender, sparsely branched shrub with stiffly erect stems reaching up to 2 meters in height. It features small, felty inverted egg-shaped to oval leaves and produces distinctive pincushion-like flowers.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attraction, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Oval-leaf Pincushion

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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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Oval-leaf Pincushion
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Taxonomy

Family:Proteaceae
Genus:Leucospermum