Verbesina myriocephala is a perennial herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit, producing abundant small, daisy-like yellow flowers throughout the summer.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid 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 regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Maintain consistent moisture during the growing season, especially in warmer climates. Reduce watering in cooler months when growth slows.
Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Prune plants in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged stems. Deadheading spent flowers throughout the blooming season encourages further blooms and maintains a tidy appearance.
Propagate Verbesina myriocephala from seed sown in spring or by taking stem cuttings in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining potting mix.
Seeds can be started indoors or directly sown outdoors after the last frost.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants may only need repotting every 2-3 years when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Verbesina Myriocephala (Verbesina myriocephala)
Where Verbesina Myriocephala (Verbesina myriocephala) 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 | Verbesina |
| Species | Verbesina myriocephala |
Similar in genus Verbesina
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