Also known as American False Daisy · Bhringaraj · Bhringraj (bangladesh And India)
False Daisy (Eclipta prostrata) is a prostrate, herbaceous perennial known for its small white daisy-like flowers and medicinal uses.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Grows best in warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C. Protect from frost; it is not cold-hardy and may need to be brought indoors in cooler climates.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed regularly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Reduce or stop feeding in fall and winter.
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 to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during active growth. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the top centimeter of soil to dry slightly between waterings in cooler months.
Reduce watering when the plant is dormant.
Prune False Daisy to maintain a desired shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flowers to promote continuous blooming. Hard pruning can be done in early spring to rejuvenate overgrown plants.
Trim back leggy stems to encourage new shoots.
False Daisy is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings in spring or summer and root them in moist potting mix or water. They establish quickly.
Seeds can also be sown directly in spring, but cuttings often yield faster results.
Repot False Daisy every 1-2 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Spring is the ideal time for repotting.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering issues.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Eclipta |
| Species | Eclipta prostrata |
Similar in genus Eclipta
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