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Cornutia pyramidata

Also Known As

  • Cornutia grandifolia
  • Jam Lilac
  • Jamaican Lilac
  • Tropical Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 10'-12'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Cornutia pyramidata plant details

Cornutia pyramidata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornutia pyramidata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, fragrant foliage, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornutia pyramidata

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cornutia grandifolia, fragrant velvety fuzzy leaves produce tall stalks of multiple lavender-blue flowers. Blooming intermittently, but heavier in summer, the color is spectacular. Attracts butterflies. Likes part sun to shade.

Gardening facts about Cornutia pyramidata plant

How to Grow Cornutia pyramidata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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