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Texas Barometer Bush (Leucophyllum frutescens)

Leucophyllum frutescens, commonly known as Texas Barometer Bush, is an evergreen shrub prized for its silvery foliage and abundant purple flowers that often bloom after rain.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun.

Watering

Allow soil to dry between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils. Tolerates alkaline conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun.

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Allow soil to dry between waterings.

Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils. Tolerates alkaline conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Tolerates heat well.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Silver, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Leucophyllum texanum Benth.
Terania frutescens Berland.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyScrophulariaceae
  • genusLeucophyllum
  • speciesLeucophyllum frutescens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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