Stachytarpheta indica

Also Known As

Indian Snakeweed
Jamaica Vervain
Lavender Porterweed
Nettle-leaved Vervain

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

10a-11

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Stachytarpheta indica plant details

Stachytarpheta indica is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stachytarpheta indica

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: verbenaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, culinary, medicinal, rock garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stachytarpheta indica

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lavender Porterweed is a bushy upright perennial in frost free areas producing spikes of lavender flowers from spring to fall on quill-like spike blooms. The flowers are a favorite to butterflies and hummingbirds. The leaves are said to be eaten raw in salads and this plant also has medicinal properties. Native to the tropics, it is hardy in zones 10-11, likes sun to lt shade and grows 3" tall x 3' wide. Grown as a annual in the north.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Soft lavender purple blooms are produced continuously from spring to fall on this upright to spreading perennial. A medium sized variety becoming very dense as it matures. Attracts butterflies. Porterweeds are excellent nectar producers outperforming ALL other butterfly plants in the garden.