Shooting Star (Pseuderanthemum Laxiflorum) is a perennial shrub in the Acanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

A perennial shrub known for its star-shaped purple flowers and lustrous green foliage.

Shooting Star

Shooting Star

Pseuderanthemum Laxiflorum

A perennial shrub known for its star-shaped purple flowers and lustrous green foliage.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Shooting Star

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:Acanthaceae
Genus:Pseuderanthemum