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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, nutrient-poor growing conditions
Watering
Water sparingly; drought-tolerant, avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to light frost; thrives in cool to temperate daytime temperatures
Characteristics
- Leaf: Silvery-white woolly leaves, oblong to spatulate, arranged in basal rosettes and along upright stems
- Flower: Tiny pale yellow to whitish composite flower heads, clustered in dense terminal spikes
- Stem: Slender, woolly, branching near the base to form compact clumps
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 2 cm of soil is completely dry
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 4 weeks. Use very diluted feed to avoid over-fertilizing sensitive roots
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve drainage without risk of over-fertilizationPruning
- Deadhead spent flower heads regularly to encourage prolonged blooming
- Trim back leggy stems in mid-summer to maintain a compact, tidy form
- Remove yellowing or damaged foliage to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA does not list this plant as toxic to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental groundcover; traditional medicinal use for minor skin irritations and sore throats
