Echium famarae
Care, watering, light and tips for Echium famarae on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 14 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Echium famarae
Echium famarae, known as the Famara Bugloss, is an impressive shrubby plant endemic to Lanzarote, characterized by its tall and robust spike-like inflorescences. It can reach several meters in height, featuring a basal rosette of velvety leaves and creamy white to pale pink flowers that attract pollinators. It is ideal for coastal gardens, rockeries, or as a focal point in xerophytic landscapes, where its sculptural habit and spectacular bloom will create a unique visual impact.
Native range
Endemic to the island of Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain.
Care tips
It requires full sun and is very drought-tolerant, so watering should be sparse, especially once established. It prefers well-drained, sandy or stony soils, avoiding any waterlogging that could rot its roots. A common mistake is overwatering, which weakens the plant and makes it susceptible to diseases. It is resistant to salinity and wind, making it perfect for arid and coastal climates.
How to save a dying Echium famarae
- Warning signs
- Wilted, yellowing, or dry leaves, especially lower ones. Soft or dry stems.
- First aid
- Move to partial shade. Reduce watering if rotting. Increase if dry. Check drainage.
- What kills it
- Overwatering, especially in heavy soils. Also prolonged drought or intense direct sun.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not fully rotted or main stem is not completely dry.