Anaglypha acicularis Plant Care
Anaglypha acicularis Benth.
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This plant is known for its long, needle-like leaves that give it a unique and striking appearance. Originating from Mexico and Central America, Anaglypha acicularis is highly sought after by plant collectors for its rare and eye-catching foliage that adds a touch of exotic beauty to any collection.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–60%
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How do you care for Anaglypha acicularis?
Water Anaglypha acicularis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Anaglypha acicularis Native To?
What Is the Anaglypha acicularis?
Anaglypha acicularis (Anaglypha acicularis) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Anaglypha genus. Anaglypha acicularis is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa.
Anaglypha acicularis displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Anaglypha acicularis produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Anaglypha acicularis?
Anaglypha acicularis requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Anaglypha acicularis Need?
Anaglypha acicularis thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Anaglypha acicularis Prefer?
Anaglypha acicularis grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Anaglypha acicularis prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Anaglypha acicularis?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Anaglypha acicularis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Anaglypha acicularis?
Feed Anaglypha acicularis every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Anaglypha acicularis?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Anaglypha acicularis?
Anaglypha acicularis can be propagated through seeds, division of rhizomes.
Is the Anaglypha acicularis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Anaglypha acicularis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Anaglypha acicularis?
Anaglypha acicularis is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Anaglypha acicularis Need?
Anaglypha acicularis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Anaglypha acicularis is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. In cooler regions, grow Anaglypha acicularis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
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Anaglypha acicularis is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Anaglypha genus (family Asteraceae) — search all Anaglypha species in the plant lookup.
Anaglypha acicularis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Anaglypha acicularis Benth., family Asteraceae (first published in Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: 9, t. 1109 (1872)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Anaglypha acicularis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values (watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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