Is Lance-leaved Sterculia safe for pets?

Yes, Lance-leaved Sterculia (Sterculia Lanceolata) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Lance-leaved Sterculia easy to care for?

Lance-leaved Sterculia has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Lance-leaved Sterculia grow indoors?

Lance-leaved Sterculia is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Lance-leaved Sterculia (Sterculia Lanceolata) is a perennial tree in the Malvaceae 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 safe for cats and dogs.

Sterculia lanceolata is a deciduous tree reaching up to 14 meters tall with a slender bole.

Last updated: February 2026

Lance-leaved Sterculia

Sterculia Lanceolata

Sterculia lanceolata is a deciduous tree reaching up to 14 meters tall with a slender bole.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:shade tree, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lance-leaved Sterculia

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Prune

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

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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:Malvaceae

Genus:Sterculia