Caesulia lancifolia Plant Care

Caesulia lancifolia (Caesulia axillaris) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Caesulia genus. Caesulia lancifolia is native to Bangladesh, Burma, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Caesulia lancifolia is also known as Meyera orientalis.

Caesulia lancifolia displays an upright, branching shrub growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Caesulia lancifolia produces small yellow composite flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Caesulia lancifolia every 7–14 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Caesulia lancifolia thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Caesulia axillaris tolerates temperatures of 60–80°F. Caesulia lancifolia prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Caesulia lancifolia to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Caesulia lancifolia every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Caesulia lancifolia is suited to USDA Zone 10a – 12b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Caesulia lancifolia can spread to about 2 ft (0.6 m) and reach about 3 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 2 ft (0.6 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Caesulia lancifolia while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Caesulia lancifolia is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 10). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Caesulia lancifolia can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Caesulia lancifolia is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Caesulia lancifolia grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10a. Caesulia lancifolia is native to Bangladesh, Burma, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. In cooler regions, grow Caesulia lancifolia as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.