Water
Water Montanoa bipinnatifida regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil dries slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less actively growing.
Also known as Mexican Daisy Bush · Pom Pom Tree · Tree Chrysanthemum
Montanoa bipinnatifida is a large, fast-growing shrub or small tree native to Mexico, known for its abundant, daisy-like white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers a sunny location for best flowering and growth.
Regular
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season (spring/summer) with 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 Montanoa bipinnatifida regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil dries slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less actively growing.
Prune Montanoa bipinnatifida in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. This encourages a more compact and bushy habit.
You can also cut back hard to rejuvenate older plants.
Propagate Montanoa bipinnatifida from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Select healthy shoots, take cuttings about 10-15 cm long, and plant them in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep moist and in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Repot Montanoa bipinnatifida every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a good quality, well-draining potting compost. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the previous one.
Repot in spring, just as new growth begins to emerge.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Montanoa Bipinnatifida (Montanoa bipinnatifida)
Where Montanoa Bipinnatifida (Montanoa bipinnatifida) 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 | Montanoa |
| Species | Montanoa bipinnatifida |
Similar in genus Montanoa
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