Cream Dancer (Xanthostemon verticillatus) is a stunning Australian native shrub with showy creamy-white flowers, ideal for attracting pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light; can tolerate full sun if kept adequately watered.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. In warmer months, increase watering frequency. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging, as the plant is less actively growing.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Heavy pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
This helps to keep the plant tidy and healthy.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or autumn. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light until roots develop.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Spring is the ideal time for repotting. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one.
Water thoroughly after repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cream Dancer (Xanthostemon verticillatus)
Where Cream Dancer (Xanthostemon verticillatus) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Xanthostemon |
| Species | Xanthostemon verticillatus |
Similar in genus Xanthostemon
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