Common Names:
Blue Plumbago, Cape Plumbago, Sky Flower
Phonetic Spelling:
PLUM-buh-go aw-rik-yoo-LAY-tuh
Description:
The Plumbago auriculata is a semi-evergreen shrub that can grow 1 to 3 meters (3 to 10 feet) tall and wide. It has a sprawling, spreading habit with woody stems and branches. The leaves are oval to heart-shaped, bright green, and 5 to 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inches) long. They are arranged alternately along the stems and have smooth margins. The plant produces clusters of phlox-like, sky-blue flowers that are tubular with five petals. The flowers are about 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) wide and bloom prolifically from spring to fall, attracting butterflies and other pollinators
Distribution/Location:
Native to South Africa. It is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including parts of Asia, Australia, and the Americas.
Environmental Concerns:
It is a popular ornamental plant and is widely cultivated in gardens and landscapes.
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