Leucophyllum frutescens

Texas Ranger

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Drought-tolerant shrub with silvery-gray foliage and purple blooms, thriving in full sun and poor soil conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Texas Ranger
Family Acanthaceae
Genus Leucophyllum
Species Frutescens
Origin Southwestern USA / Mexico
Blooming Late spring to fall, blooms triggered by humidity or rain
Leaf Color Silvery-gray / Gray-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Sandy or gravelly well-draining soil; alkaline pH preferred; avoid clay-heavy mixes.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established; water deeply but infrequently; allow soil to dry completely between waterings.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering and compact growth habit.

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Fertilization

Minimal requirements; apply slow-release fertilizer lightly in early spring only if needed.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood; avoid heavy pruning in late summer.

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
19° – 113°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 50%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 35%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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