Eightday Healthbush (Lobostemon Fruticosus) is a perennial shrub in the Boraginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lobostemon fruticosus is an evergreen shrub native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, known for its medicinal properties and attractive pink flowers.

Eightday Healthbush

Eightday Healthbush

Lobostemon Fruticosus

Lobostemon fruticosus is an evergreen shrub native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, known for its medicinal properties and attractive pink flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
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, ornamental shrub, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Eightday Healthbush

Jan
Prune
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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:Lobostemon