Water
Water regularly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot, especially in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Also known as African Trailing Daisy · Osteospermum Fruticosum · Shrubby Daisybush
Dimorphotheca fruticosa is a hardy perennial with daisy-like flowers in shades of orange, yellow, or white, blooming from spring to fall.
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 for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with a 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 top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot, especially in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming.
Harder pruning can be done in early spring if the plant becomes leggy.
Easily propagated from softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings taken in spring or summer. Root cuttings in well-draining soil or a sand/perlite mix. Keep moist and in a warm location until established.
Repot annually in spring when the plant is young, moving to a slightly larger pot. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
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Where Dimorphotheca Fruticosa (Dimorphotheca fruticosa) 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 | Dimorphotheca |
| Species | Dimorphotheca fruticosa |
Similar in genus Dimorphotheca
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