Palicourea Padifolia (Palicourea Padifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Palicourea padifolia is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family, native to tropical regions from Mexico to northwest Colombia.

Palicourea Padifolia

Palicourea Padifolia

Palicourea Padifolia

Palicourea padifolia is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family, native to tropical regions from Mexico to northwest Colombia.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, organic-rich
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, understory shrub, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Palicourea Padifolia

Jan
Prune
Feb
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:Rubiaceae
Genus:Palicourea