Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Blue Leadwood |
| MainColor | Blue |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | November |
| ImageUrl | Ceratostigma-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Epping |
| Human Toxicity | Non_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides is a low-growing perennial known for its vibrant blue flowers and red-tinged foliage in the autumn. It typically reaches a height of 30-45 cm and spreads through underground rhizomes, making it an excellent ground cover.
Distribution
Native to western China, it is widely cultivated in temperate regions around the world for ornamental purposes.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - Not known to be consumed by humans.
Human Toxicity
Non Toxic - No known toxic effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - Safe for pets, with no known toxic effects.
Active Compounds
None known.