Sea Lavender (Tournefortia Gnaphalodes) is a perennial shrub in the Boraginaceae 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.

A semi-succulent evergreen shrub native to coastal regions of Florida, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America.

Sea Lavender

Sea Lavender

Tournefortia Gnaphalodes

A semi-succulent evergreen shrub native to coastal regions of Florida, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sea Lavender

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:Boraginaceae
Genus:Tournefortia