Is Marsh Cudweed a weed?
Yes, Gnaphalium uliginosum is often considered a weed, particularly in disturbed areas, lawns, and paths, due to its ability to colonize bare ground.
Marsh Cudweed (Gnaphalium uliginosum) is a small, annual herb found in damp, disturbed soils, often forming mats of grey-green foliage and tiny, inconspicuous flower heads.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Prefers moist, well-drained soils. Tolerant of poor, sandy, or clay soils, often found in disturbed areas.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low fertilizer needs.
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Adaptable to various light levels.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Prefers damp conditions but avoid waterlogging.
Prefers moist, well-drained soils. Tolerant of poor, sandy, or clay soils, often found in disturbed areas.
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range 15-25°C.
Outdoor
Low fertilizer needs.
Does not require feeding in most conditions.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.05-0.2 m
Spread
0.1-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None (annual)
Leaf Color
Grey-green
Leaf Type
Linear to oblong
Flower Size
2-3 mm
Weed Status
Yes
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No