Leucothoe axillaris

Drooping Leucothoe

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Evergreen shrub with arching branches and dark green foliage turning bronze-red in winter; produces small white bell-shaped flowers in spring.
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Plant Details

Common Name Drooping Leucothoe
Family Ericaceae
Genus Leucothoe
Species Axillaris
Origin Japan, China
Blooming Small white flowers in spring, primarily grown for foliage color.
Leaf Color Dark green turning bronze-red in winter
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, peat-based mix with perlite for drainage; avoid alkaline soil.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. High ambient humidity is critical for indoor success.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers deep shade to partial shade; direct sun causes leaf scorching and bleaching.

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Fertilization

Use acid-specific fertilizer in spring. Reduce feeding during dormancy or winter months.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead branches.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect 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 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
200 – 3000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
50 – 600
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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