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Verbenaceae
Duranta Erecta
Duranta erecta
Joy and vibrancy.
- Family
- Verbenaceae
- Genus
- Duranta
- Native to
- Mexico, Central America, South America, Caribbean
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Type
- Shrub
- Height
- 100-600 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil
- Well-drained, fertile
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 9-11
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- It is commonly called 'golden dewdrop' because of its clusters of bright orange-yellow berries.
- The berries are toxic to humans and pets but are eagerly eaten by birds.
- In tropical regions it can bloom nearly year-round with cascading flower clusters.
- It was named after Italian botanist Castore Durante who lived in the 16th century.
- Butterflies flock to the plant so heavily it is considered one of the top butterfly-attracting shrubs.
Color meanings
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Cheerfulness
1
Welcome
2
Warmth