Is Quill-leaf Lewisia safe for pets?

Yes, Quill-leaf Lewisia (Lewisia Leeana) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Quill-leaf Lewisia easy to care for?

Quill-leaf Lewisia has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Quill-leaf Lewisia grow indoors?

Quill-leaf Lewisia is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Quill-leaf Lewisia (Lewisia Leeana) is a perennial herb in the Montiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lewisia leeana is a perennial herb native to northwestern California and southwestern Oregon, known for its fleshy leaves and rosette growth habit.

Last updated: February 2026

Quill-leaf Lewisia

Lewisia Leeana

Lewisia leeana is a perennial herb native to northwestern California and southwestern Oregon, known for its fleshy leaves and rosette growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

7-9

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Quill-leaf Lewisia

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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:Montiaceae

Genus:Lewisia