Lantana indica, commonly known as Indian Lantana or Wild Sage, is a perennial shrub native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, typically found in tropical and subtropical environments such as forest margins, scrublands, and disturbed areas including roadsides. It is a fast-growing plant that reaches a height of 2-6 feet (0.6-1.8 meters) and a width of 2-5 feet (0.6-1.5 meters). The shrub has a sprawling form with rough, pointed leaves and clusters of tubular flowers that are most often yellow, orange, pink, or red, blooming profusely in the summer and fall. The flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.

Indian Lantana is valued for its vibrant, multicolored flowers and ability to attract wildlife. It is used in gardens for border planting, as ground cover, or in butterfly gardens. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers medium to fast-draining soils such as clay, loam, or sand. While it is drought-tolerant, occasional watering will promote more lush growth. However, Lantana indica can be invasive outside its native range, often outcompeting native flora, so it is crucial to check local regulations before planting. It is also resistant to most pests and diseases but can be prone to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0