Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Sunburst Namaqualand Daisy
Arctotis arctotoides, the Gold African Daisy, is a South African native daisy featuring bright yellow to orange daisy-like flowers that bloom prolifically throughout the
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C). Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a 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 |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months. Reduce watering in winter.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. Lightly prune in late spring or early summer to shape the plant and remove any leggy or damaged stems.
This promotes bushier growth.
Propagate by seeds sown in spring, or by stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in a well-draining seed-starting mix. Cuttings should be rooted in moist potting mix in a warm environment.
Repot young plants annually in spring or when they become root-bound. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix and choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Arctotis |
| Species | Arctotis arctotoides |
Similar in genus Arctotis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
