Eclipta prostrata, or False Daisy, is a fast-growing annual herb with small white daisy-like flowers. It thrives in moist, warm environments and is valued for traditional
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to wet; avoid drying out.
Soil
Adaptable, prefers moist, fertile, loamy soils.
Temperature
Requires warm temperatures; sensitive to frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Low requirement; fertilize sparingly if soil is poor.
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist to wet; avoid drying out.
Adaptable, prefers moist, fertile, loamy soils.
Requires warm temperatures; sensitive to frost.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Low requirement; fertilize sparingly if soil is poor.
Plant Type
Herb, Aquatic
Plant Category
Medicinal, Flowering, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
10-60 cm
Spread
30-100 cm
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, opposite, lanceolate to oblong
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
30000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
Eclipta prostrata is widely used in traditional medicine systems and is generally considered non-toxic. No significant adverse effects are reported with typical use.