Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) Limonium sinuatum
Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) (Limonium sinuatum) is an annual flowering plant in the Plumbaginaceae family, native to Mediterranean coasts. It grows 30–60 cm (12–24 in) tall and 25–40 cm (10–16 in) wide, wants full sun and low water, and is hardy to about -2 °C (28 °F). Space plants about 30 cm (12 in) apart.
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Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) at a glance
| Type | Annual flowering plant |
|---|---|
| Family | Plumbaginaceae |
| Mature height | 30–60 cm (12–24 in) |
| Mature spread | 25–40 cm (10–16 in) |
| Spacing | 30 cm (12 in) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 6 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Low; drought tolerance high, waterlogging tolerance none |
| Soil pH | 6–8.5 |
| Cold hardiness | About -2 °C (28 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 9) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 38 °C (100 °F) |
| Flowering | about 11–14 weeks after planting, for 7–11 weeks |
| Days to maturity | About 110 days from planting |
| Wind tolerance | Moderate |
| Pollinator value | Moderate |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | Mediterranean coasts |
| Common in gardens of | 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
Is Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) toxic?
- People: not known to be toxic
- Cats: not known to be toxic
- Dogs: not known to be toxic
No toxicity reported in ASPCA or standard poison references.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and low water.
Questions about Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender)
- How far apart should I plant Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender)?
- About 30 cm (12 in) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 25–40 cm (10–16 in).
- Does Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 6 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) need?
- Low water. Drought tolerance is high and waterlogging tolerance none.
- How cold-hardy is Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender)?
- It tolerates about -2 °C (28 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 9. As an annual it is usually planted out after the last frost.
- When does Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) flower?
- About 11–14 weeks after planting, for 7–11 weeks.
- Is Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is not known to be toxic; for dogs not known to be toxic; for people not known to be toxic. No toxicity reported in ASPCA or standard poison references.
- What grows well with Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Statice (wavyleaf sea lavender). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (low).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade B (B: extension service or peer-reviewed).
- RHS Plant Finder, Royal Horticultural Society
- Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox, NC State Extension
Notes and assumptions
- Papery flowers keep their colour when dried; tolerates salt spray.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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