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Barkhausia rigida Plant Care
Berinia pannonica Sch.Bip.
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With its striking silvery-grey foliage and delicate pink flowers, this plant originates from the Pannonian Basin in Europe. Plant collectors are drawn to Berinia pannonica for its unique combination of colors and textures, making it a coveted addition to any garden or indoor plant collection.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–75°F
50–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Barkhausia rigida?
Water Barkhausia rigida 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 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 50–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Barkhausia rigida Native To?
What Is the Barkhausia rigida?
Barkhausia rigida (Berinia pannonica) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Berinia genus. Barkhausia rigida is native to eastern Europe and the Caucasus, as well as being sparingly naturalized in the State of Connecticut in the northeastern United States. Barkhausia rigida is also known as Berinia pannonica, Brachyderea rigida, Crepis latifolia.
Barkhausia rigida displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Barkhausia rigida produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Barkhausia rigida?
Berinia pannonica 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 Barkhausia rigida Need?
Barkhausia rigida thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Barkhausia rigida Prefer?
Berinia pannonica grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Barkhausia rigida prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
50–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Barkhausia rigida?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Barkhausia rigida to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Barkhausia rigida?
Feed Barkhausia rigida every 2 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 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Barkhausia rigida?
Repot every 1-2 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 Barkhausia rigida?
Barkhausia rigida can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Barkhausia rigida Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Barkhausia rigida, 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 Barkhausia rigida?
Barkhausia rigida 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 Barkhausia rigida Need?
Barkhausia rigida grows outdoors in USDA Zone 5a – 8b. It survives winters down to planting zone 5a. Barkhausia rigida is native to eastern Europe and the Caucasus, as well as being sparingly naturalized in the State of Connecticut in the northeastern United States.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5a – 8b
Keep exploring plants
Barkhausia rigida 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 Berinia genus (family Asteraceae) — search all Berinia species in the plant lookup.
Barkhausia rigida thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Berinia pannonica Sch.Bip., family Asteraceae (first published in Jahresber. Pollichia 22-24: 315 (1866)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Barkhausia rigida, 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.
- Photo: Stefan.lefnaer, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 5a – 8b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- 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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