Echium strictum (Echium strictum)
Echium strictum, a perennial from the Canary Islands, is known for its striking, tall architectural flower spikes, adding vertical interest and color.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with good aeration. Tolerates poor soils.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures, avoid frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed monthly during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with good aeration. Tolerates poor soils.
Thrives in moderate temperatures, avoid frost.
Ideal range 15-25 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed monthly during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lanceolate
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBoraginales
- familyBoraginaceae
- genusEchium
- speciesEchium strictum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.