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Erect Tropical Daisy (Egletes viscosa)

Egletes viscosa, the Erect Tropical Daisy, is a small annual flowering plant native to Australia, featuring bright yellow daisy-like flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Avoid overwatering.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal growing range 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.2-0.4 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Cotula viscosa L.
Platystephium graveolens Gardner
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusEgletes
  • speciesEgletes viscosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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