



Lantana montevidensis
Creeping lantana is a colorful plant that grows close to the ground. It has bright flowers that attract butterflies and bees, making gardens look cheerful and lively!
Hábitat: Urban areas
The creeping lantana has trailing stems forming dense mats of foliage. Its small, tubular flowers appear in flattened clusters, typically vibrant purple, sometimes with white or yellow centers, creating a colorful carpet.




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Despite its beauty, this plant is listed as an invasive weed in many warm parts of the world.
Each 'flower' is actually a cluster of many tiny, individual blooms, attracting more pollinators.
Its small, round fruits change from green to dark purple when ripe, signaling they are ready for dispersal!
Rubbing its leaves releases a distinct, strong scent, often described as citrusy or peppery.
Creeping lantana can spread its stems widely and root as it grows, helping it quickly cover large areas and outcompete other plants.
Creeping lantana has toxic compounds in its leaves and berries, protecting it from being eaten by many animals.
Creeping lantana can thrive in full sun and tolerate drought conditions, allowing it to grow in tough, open environments.
Danaus plexippus
visits flowers for nectar
Apis mellifera
collects nectar from its many small flowers
Bos taurus
can be poisoned if they ingest leaves or berries
Turdus migratorius
disperses seeds by eating its berries

Aphis nerii
feeds on sap from its stems and leaves
Las plantas con flores son cualquier planta que produce flores como parte de su ciclo reproductivo.
Un arbusto es una planta leñosa más pequeña que un árbol, típicamente con múltiples tallos que se ramifican desde o cerca del suelo.
Las plantas de hoja perenne conservan su follaje durante todo el año, sin perder nunca todas sus hojas a la vez.
Las flores fragantes emiten un aroma agradable, a menudo para atraer polinizadores o como defensa.
Colorido describe a organismos u objetos que exhiben una amplia variedad de colores brillantes y distintivos.
Las plantas de crecimiento rápido exhiben tasas de crecimiento aceleradas, aumentando rápidamente de tamaño y biomasa en un corto período de tiempo.
Describe plantas que son particularmente atractivas y beneficiosas para una amplia variedad de organismos polinizadores.
Esta característica de hábitat indica especies que pueden coexistir con los humanos en entornos urbanos y suburbanos, utilizando estructuras artificiales y espacios verdes.
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While the flowers are pretty, it's best to look and not touch, as some parts can be harmful if eaten.
10-30 cm
50-200 cm
0.5-1 cm
Year-round in tropical/subtropical climates
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