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2.0 out of 5 (1 experiences)

About Cenicilla
Texas sage is a low maintenance evergreen coastal shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family. It propagates by seed or cuttings and is moderately salt tolerant. Shrubs prefer low humidity but have excellent tolerance for drought and heat.
Taxonomy
Leucophyllum frutescens
Leucophyllum
Scrophulariaceae
Lamiales
Also known as
Texas Barometer Bush, Texas Barometer Bush, Texas sage, Texas ranger, Texas rain sage, Cenizo, Texas silverleaf, Texas barometerbush, Ash-bush, Wild lilac, Purple sage, Senisa, Palo cenizo, Hierba del cenizo and Texas Sage Bush

How to care for Cenicilla
How often to water your Cenicilla

every 9
Cenicilla needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Texas Barometer Bush in your home

a window
Cenicilla love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Cenicilla does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cenicilla in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Cenicilla

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cenicilla after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
Cenicilla is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
💦 Water Needs
Cenicilla prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
Cenicilla requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
🪴 Soil
Cenicilla does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
💩 Fertilizer
Cenicilla should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern
Cenicilla will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
🌦️ Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Cenicilla can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Cenicilla
Cenicilla
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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