Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Yellow Sage
MainColor	Yellow
PlantType	Shrub
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	July
ImageUrl	Lantana-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Highly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A tropical evergreen shrub with clusters of small, brightly coloured flowers that change hue as they age. Common in ornamental gardens and warm climates. Attractive to butterflies and bees.

Distribution

Native to Central and South America, cultivated worldwide and considered invasive in many regions (notably the Mediterranean).

Medicinal/Other Uses

Used traditionally for fever, skin ailments, and respiratory issues, though internal use is not recommended due to toxicity.

Edibility

berries and leaves should not be eaten.

Human Toxicity

All parts contain lantadenes, potent toxins that affect the liver and cause photosensitivity in livestock and pets.

Pet Toxicity

Highly toxic — ingestion causes vomiting, weakness, liver damage, and possibly death in cats, dogs, and grazing animals.

Active Compounds

Lantadenes A and B (triterpenoids).