Water
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, especially in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Adjust frequency based on environmental conditions and plant size.
Also known as Shrubby Sow-Thistle
Shrubby Sow Thistle (Sonchus fruticosus) is a perennial shrubby plant native to the Canary Islands and Madeira, known for its yellow, dandelion-like flowers and lobed lea
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers a location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Mild to Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Protect from hard frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, especially in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Adjust frequency based on environmental conditions and plant size.
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Shape the plant to maintain a desired form and encourage bushier growth. Light pruning can be done throughout the year to control size.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining medium. Maintain warmth and humidity for successful rooting.
Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball to avoid overwatering issues.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Shrubby Sow Thistle (Sonchus fruticosus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Sonchus |
| Species | Sonchus fruticosus |
Similar in genus Sonchus
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