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Chrysopsis mariana Plant Care
Chrysopsis floridana Small
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Chrysopsis floridana is a rare species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, known by its common name, Florida golden aster. It is endemic to Florida in the United States, where it is known from Hillsborough, Hardee, Manatee, and Pinellas Counties. It is considered an endemic of the west-central coast of the state in the general vicinity of Tampa Bay. There are 17 to 20 occurrences, many of which have few individuals, but one of which has over one million plants. In 1986 the plant was added to the US endangered species list because it was becoming increasingly rare, it was growing only on private property, and its habitat was unprotected and being destroyed and degraded by a number of forces. It is found at Bell Creek Nature Preserve in Riverview, Florida.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Chrysopsis mariana?
Water Chrysopsis mariana 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 50–80°F (10–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Chrysopsis mariana Native To?
What Is the Chrysopsis mariana?
Chrysopsis mariana (Chrysopsis floridana) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Chrysopsis genus. Chrysopsis mariana is native to Florida in the United States. Chrysopsis mariana is also known as Heterotheca floridana, Heterotheca mariana.
Chrysopsis mariana displays an upright, clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Chrysopsis mariana produces bright yellow daisy-like flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Chrysopsis mariana?
Chrysopsis floridana 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 Chrysopsis mariana Need?
Chrysopsis mariana thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Chrysopsis mariana Prefer?
Chrysopsis floridana grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Chrysopsis mariana prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Chrysopsis mariana?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Chrysopsis mariana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Chrysopsis mariana?
Feed Chrysopsis mariana 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 Chrysopsis mariana?
Divide and 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 Chrysopsis mariana?
Chrysopsis mariana can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to maryland golden aster plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Chrysopsis mariana Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Chrysopsis mariana, 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 Chrysopsis mariana?
Chrysopsis mariana is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, leafhoppers. 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 Chrysopsis mariana Need?
Chrysopsis mariana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Chrysopsis mariana is native to Florida in the United States. In cooler regions, grow Chrysopsis mariana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 12a
Keep exploring plants
Chrysopsis mariana 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 Chrysopsis genus — compare its care with other Chrysopsis species on PlantoScan.
Chrysopsis is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Chrysopsis mariana thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Chrysopsis Species
Other Chrysopsis species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Chrysopsis floridana Small, family Asteraceae (first published in Fl. S.E. U.S. [Small]. 1183. 1903 [22 Jul 1903]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Chrysopsis mariana, 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: Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 12a, 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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