Giant Crepe-myrtle (Lagerstroemia speciosa)
Lagerstroemia speciosa is a deciduous tree known for its crinkled, purple to pink flowers blooming in summer. It thrives in warm climates and is valued ornamentally for i
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Sunlight
Full sun for best flowering.
Watering
Regular watering, especially when young and during dry periods.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile loam, slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Prefers warm, tropical to subtropical conditions; sensitive to frost.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
Care Requirements
Full sun for best flowering.
Regular watering, especially when young and during dry periods.
Well-draining, fertile loam, slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Prefers warm, tropical to subtropical conditions; sensitive to frost.
Outdoor
Balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
5-20 m
Spread
3-10 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green, Bronze
Leaf Type
Simple
Optimal Sunlight Lux
80000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMyrtales
- familyLythraceae
- genusLagerstroemia
- speciesLagerstroemia speciosa
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
No known significant toxicity to humans or pets.