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.