Oval-leaf Lyonia (Lyonia Ovalifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lyonia ovalifolia is a deciduous to evergreen shrub or small tree in the heath family, native to forests and forest margins across the Himalayas, Southeast Asia, and East Asia.

Oval-leaf Lyonia

Oval-leaf Lyonia

Lyonia Ovalifolia

Lyonia ovalifolia is a deciduous to evergreen shrub or small tree in the heath family, native to forests and forest margins across the Himalayas, Southeast Asia, and East Asia.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, screen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Oval-leaf Lyonia

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Fertilize
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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:Ericaceae
Genus:Lyonia