PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in dry, sunny open habitats
Watering
Drought-tolerant; water deeply only when the top 15 cm of soil is completely dry
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperate to subtropical temperatures; avoid prolonged frost exposure
Characteristics
- Leaf: Ovate to lanceolate with serrated margins and fuzzy undersides
- Flower: Small pale yellow star-shaped blooms with five rounded petals
- Stem: Slender, branching stems covered in fine, soft hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply every 7–10 days during extended dry spells
Fertilization
Light, diluted feeding once monthly. Use a balanced, low-strength feed to support flowering without promoting excessive foliage growth
Composted coffee grounds tea：Steep fully composted coffee grounds in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench; avoid raw grounds to prevent pH imbalancePruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage prolonged flowering
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to promote bushier, compact growth
- Remove damaged or diseased foliage promptly to maintain plant health and airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No documented toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental wildflower for pollinator gardens; supports native bees and butterflies
