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Pachystegia insignis (Pachystegia insignis)

Pachystegia insignis is a low-growing, spreading shrub native to New Zealand, known for its leathery, grey-green leaves and daisy-like white flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Requires well-drained soil. A gritty, sandy loam or a mix suitable for alpine plants is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Requires well-drained soil. A gritty, sandy loam or a mix suitable for alpine plants is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range 10-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Semi-dormant in winter

Leaf Color

Grey-Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

3-4 cm

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Synonyms
Aster insignis Kuntze
Aster neozelandicus Kuntze
Olearia insignis Hook.f.
Olearia marginata Colenso
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusPachystegia
  • speciesPachystegia insignis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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