Ceylon Leadwort (Plumbago Zeylanica) is a perennial shrub in the Plumbaginaceae 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 toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Plumbago zeylanica is an evergreen, scrambling, multi-stemmed shrub with slender branches that can be climbing, prostrate or erect.

Ceylon Leadwort

Ceylon Leadwort

Plumbago Zeylanica

Plumbago zeylanica is an evergreen, scrambling, multi-stemmed shrub with slender branches that can be climbing, prostrate or erect.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

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
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:butterfly attractant, groundcover, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Ceylon Leadwort

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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:Plumbaginaceae
Genus:Plumbago