Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Elephantopus elatus prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods in winter to prevent root rot.
Also known as Florida Elephant's-Foot · Tall Elephant's-Foot
Tall Elephantsfoot (Elephantopus elatus) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States, featuring basal rosettes of toothed leaves and branched stems with
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, intense sunlight.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Elephantopus elatus prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods in winter to prevent root rot.
Prune away dead, damaged, or diseased foliage as needed to maintain plant health and appearance. Spent flower stalks can also be trimmed back to encourage further blooming or to tidy the plant.
Light pruning can shape the plant.
Propagation is typically done by seed or division. Seeds can be sown in a well-draining seed-starting mix in spring. Divisions of established clumps can be made in early spring before new growth emerges.
Ensure divisions have adequate roots.
Repot Elephantopus elatus every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excessive moisture retention.
Repot in early spring.
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Where Tall Elephantsfoot (Elephantopus elatus) 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 | Elephantopus |
| Species | Elephantopus elatus |
Similar in genus Elephantopus
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