Common lantana (Lantana camara)
Common lantana, also known as Yellow sage, Umbelanterna
Lantana camara, commonly known as common lantana, thrives in tropical climates. It was introduced to Europe by the Dutch. This plant is considered an invasive weed that significantly diminishes biodiversity. Moreover, it poses a threat to livestock due to its toxicity and negatively impacts agricultural productivity.
Key Facts About Common lantana
Attributes of Common lantana
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
1 m to 2 m
Spread
1.8 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
1.5 cm to 2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Red Orange Pink White Purple Lavender Gold
Scientific Classification of Common lantana
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Mints plantains olives and allies
Family
Verbena
Genus
Shrub verbenas
Species
Common lantana
Toxicity
ingestion, skin contact