Crithopsis delileana Plant Care
Crithopsis delileana (Schult.) Roshev.
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With its silvery-gray foliage that resembles small elongated feathers, this plant originates from the Mediterranean region. Plant collectors are drawn to Crithopsis delileana for its unique and eye-catching leaves that add a touch of elegance to any garden or collection.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Crithopsis delileana?
Water Crithopsis delileana 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 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Crithopsis delileana Native To?
What Is the Crithopsis delileana?
Crithopsis delileana (Crithopsis delileana) belongs to the Poaceae family within the Crithopsis genus. Crithopsis delileana is native to the Mediterranean and nearby areas.
Crithopsis delileana displays a clumping grass-like growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Crithopsis delileana produces small spikelets in clusters, often inconspicuous.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Crithopsis delileana?
Crithopsis delileana 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 Crithopsis delileana Need?
Crithopsis delileana thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Crithopsis delileana Prefer?
Crithopsis delileana grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Crithopsis delileana prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Crithopsis delileana?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Crithopsis delileana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Crithopsis delileana?
Feed Crithopsis delileana 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 Crithopsis delileana?
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 Crithopsis delileana?
Crithopsis delileana can be propagated through division, seeds.
Is the Crithopsis delileana Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Crithopsis delileana, 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 Crithopsis delileana?
Crithopsis delileana is susceptible to aphids, grasshoppers, cutworms. 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 Crithopsis delileana Need?
Crithopsis delileana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Crithopsis delileana is native to the Mediterranean and nearby areas. In cooler regions, grow Crithopsis delileana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Crithopsis delileana 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 Crithopsis genus — compare its care with other Crithopsis species on PlantoScan.
Crithopsis is part of the Poaceae plant family — browse all Poaceae genera and species.
Crithopsis delileana thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Crithopsis delileana (Schult.) Roshev., family Poaceae (first published in Zlaki : 319 (1937)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Crithopsis delileana, 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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