Water
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil dries out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant to prevent over-saturation of the soil.
Inula barbata, the Common Himalayan Inula, is a hardy herbaceous perennial with bright yellow daisy-like flowers, native to the Himalayas.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures. Can tolerate cooler conditions but avoid frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring; excessive feeding can reduce blooms.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil dries out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant to prevent over-saturation of the soil.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent self-seeding. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the old foliage to the ground to promote new growth. Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed.
Propagate by seed sown in spring, or by division of established clumps in early spring. Seeds can be sown directly outdoors after the last frost or started indoors a few weeks prior.
Division is a reliable method for increasing plant numbers.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring when they become 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.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Inula |
| Species | Inula barbata |
Similar in genus Inula
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