Also known as Cuban Buttercup · Damiana · Flor-Do-Guarujá
Politician's Flower (Turnera subulata) is a fast-growing tropical perennial with bright yellow, self-cleaning flowers that bloom throughout the day.
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 per day for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top inch to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 20-27°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering frequency during cooler months or when the plant is not actively growing to prevent root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Harder pruning can be done in early spring before new growth begins to revitalize the plant.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and warm until roots form, usually within 4-6 weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring before the active growing season commences.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Politician's Flower (Turnera subulata)
Where Politician's Flower (Turnera subulata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Passifloraceae |
| Genus | Turnera |
| Species | Turnera subulata |
Similar in genus Turnera
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