Crape-myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica)
Lagerstroemia indica, or Crape Myrtle, is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its vibrant summer flowers, attractive exfoliating bark, and colorful autumn foliage.
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Sunlight
Full sun for best flowering
Watering
Regularly during establishment, then drought-tolerant
Soil
Well-drained, loamy, slightly acidic to neutral
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures, hardy to moderate cold
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Annually in spring with a balanced formula
Care Requirements
Full sun for best flowering
Regularly during establishment, then drought-tolerant
Well-drained, loamy, slightly acidic to neutral
Prefers warm temperatures, hardy to moderate cold
Outdoor
Annually in spring with a balanced formula
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-6 m
Spread
2-5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Bronze, Red, Orange, Yellow
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMyrtales
- familyLythraceae
- genusLagerstroemia
- speciesLagerstroemia indica
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No