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Lilac Tasselflower (Emilia sonchifolia)

Lilac Tasselflower (Emilia sonchifolia) is a fast-growing annual herb with vibrant, dandelion-like lilac to purplish flower heads.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Consistent

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Consistent

Keep soil moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm

Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annual

Plant Height

0.2-0.6 m

Spread

0.2-0.3 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

1.5-2 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

100000

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Cacalia sonchifolia L.
Crassocephalum sonchifolium (L.) Less.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusEmilia
  • speciesEmilia sonchifolia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Non-toxic

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