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False Yellowhead (Dittrichia viscosa)

False Yellowhead (Dittrichia viscosa) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region, known for its bright yellow flower clusters and sticky leaves. It thrives in sunny, dry conditions.

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Sunlight

Full sun preferred for best flowering.

Watering

Moderate, allow soil to dry between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and is tolerant of poor, rocky, or chalky conditions.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun preferred for best flowering.

Tolerates partial shade.

Water

Moderate, allow soil to dry between waterings.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and is tolerant of poor, rocky, or chalky conditions.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Can tolerate cooler conditions.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Conyza viscosa (L.) Steud.
Cupularia viscosa (L.) Godr. & Gren.
Erigeron viscosus L.
Helenium viscosum (L.) Kuntze
Inula viscosa (L.) Aiton
Paniopsis viscosa (L.) Raf.
Pulicaria viscosa (L.) W.D.J.Koch
Solidago viscosa (L.) Lam.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusDittrichia
  • speciesDittrichia viscosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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