Flor De La Cordillera (Phacelia Secunda) is a perennial herb in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Phacelia secunda is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes and other mountainous regions of South America, known for its dense, coiled inflorescences of purple to blue flowers.

Flor De La Cordillera

Flor De La Cordillera

Phacelia Secunda

Phacelia secunda is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes and other mountainous regions of South America, known for its dense, coiled inflorescences of purple to blue flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Flor De La Cordillera

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Flor De La Cordillera
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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Phacelia