Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
The Haemorrhage Plant (Aspilia africana) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa, known for its medicinal uses and attractive yellow daisy-like flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun but may scorch leaves in intense heat.
Regularly
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost and sudden temperature drops.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing stems as needed. Light pruning can be done year-round, with heavier pruning in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Remove lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in moist potting mix and keep in a warm, bright location.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where The Haemorrhage Plant (Aspilia africana) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Aspilia |
| Species | Aspilia africana |
Similar in genus Aspilia
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