Lechenaultia biloba (Blue Leschenaultia)

Lechenaultia biloba (Blue Leschenaultia) with vivid blue flowers, close up of many small petals.
Lechenaultia biloba (Blue Leschenaultia) with many small blue flowers growing among narrow green needle-like leaves.

Botanical name: Lechenaultia biloba

Common name: Blue Leschenaultia

Family: Goodeniaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
White, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: White and off-white; blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

In cultivation it is essential that the plant is grown in a sandy, well-drained situation.


Lechenaultia biloba (Blue Leschenaultia) with intense blue flower close up, raindrops on thin delicate petals.
Lechenaultia biloba (Blue Leschenaultia) with petals covered in tiny water droplets on a woody stem.


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