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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, nutrient-poor disturbed soils
Watering
Water deeply when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; thrives in cool to temperate growing conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal leaves are pinnately lobed with toothed margins; upper stem leaves are smaller, linear to lanceolate
- Flower: Tiny four-petaled pale yellow blooms arranged in terminal racemes
- Stem: Erect, branched, sparsely hairy to glabrous
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil moderately moist during active growth; avoid waterlogging
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 2 weeks. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent leggy growth
Banana peel tea：Chop banana peels and soak in water for 3 days; dilute 1:10 with water for root drench to support floweringPruning
- Deadhead spent flower racemes to prevent unwanted self-seeding
- Remove yellowing or damaged foliage to maintain plant health
- Thin overcrowded stems to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: No documented toxicity to cats (ASPCA unlisted)
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans; young leaves are edible in small quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Pollinator-friendly wildflower; young leaves can be eaten raw or cooked in small quantities
