trailing lantana
plant
Also known as: Lantana montevidensis
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Trailing lantana, scientifically known as Lantana montevidensis or Lantana sellowiana, is a species of lantana native to South America. It is characterized by its trailing, drooping growth habit with small leaves and thinly branched stems. This plant is widely used as an ornamental garden plant due to its nearly continuous blooming of rose-lavender flowers. While it is a common species, it's important to note that other lantana species, like Lantana camara, can be considered weeds and have poisonous berries.12
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