Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea Plant Care
Lefebvrea angustisecta Engl.
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This plant's standout feature is its striking narrow, segmented leaves that give it a unique and elegant appearance. Originating from Madagascar, Lefebvrea angustisecta is highly sought after by plant collectors for its rare and exotic nature, making it a prized addition to any collection.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Water Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea Native To?
What Is the Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea (Lefebvrea angustisecta) belongs to the Apiaceae family within the Lefebvrea genus. Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea is native to Cameroon. Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea is also known as Thin-segmented Lefebvrea.
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea displays a tall, upright perennial growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea produces small clusters of white or pink flowers in umbels.
Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Lefebvrea angustisecta requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea Need?
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea Prefer?
Lefebvrea angustisecta grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Rich, well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Feed Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps.
Is the Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea?
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, leaf miners. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea Need?
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea is native to Cameroon. In cooler regions, grow Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Lefebvrea genus — compare its care with other Lefebvrea species on PlantoScan.
Lefebvrea is part of the Apiaceae plant family — browse all Apiaceae genera and species.
Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Lefebvrea angustisecta Engl., family Apiaceae (first published in Veg. Erde 3(2): 829 1921) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Narrow-leafed Lefebvrea, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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