Cadiscus aquaticus Plant Care
Cadiscus aquaticus E.Mey. ex DC.
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Senecio cadiscus is a species of aquatic flowering plant in the aster family, Asteraceae. It is endemic to the Western Cape of South Africa, where it grows in vernal pools.
Full sun to partial shade
At a glance
How do you care for Cadiscus aquaticus?
Cadiscus aquaticus grows best in full sun to partial shade.
Where Is the Cadiscus aquaticus Native To?
What Is the Cadiscus aquaticus?
Cadiscus aquaticus (Cadiscus aquaticus) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Cadiscus genus. Cadiscus aquaticus is native to the Western Cape of South Africa.
Cadiscus aquaticus displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Cadiscus aquaticus produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
What Light Does the Cadiscus aquaticus Need?
Cadiscus aquaticus thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Cadiscus aquaticus?
Well-draining, loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Cadiscus aquaticus to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Cadiscus aquaticus?
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 Cadiscus aquaticus?
Cadiscus aquaticus can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Cadiscus aquaticus Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Cadiscus aquaticus, 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 Cadiscus aquaticus?
Cadiscus aquaticus 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.
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Cadiscus aquaticus 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 Cadiscus genus — compare its care with other Cadiscus species on PlantoScan.
Cadiscus is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Cadiscus aquaticus thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Cadiscus aquaticus E.Mey. ex DC., family Asteraceae (first published in Prodr. 7(1): 255 (1838)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Cadiscus aquaticus, 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.
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