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Aster sempervirens Plant Care
Dasiorima limonifolia Raf.
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This plant is characterized by its striking bright green leaves that have a unique resemblance to lemon slices. Hailing from the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, this plant is highly sought after by collectors for its eye-catching appearance and exotic origin. With its vibrant foliage, Dasiorima limonifolia is sure to add a pop of color to any plant collection.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Aster sempervirens?
Water Aster sempervirens every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Aster sempervirens Native To?
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- Cuba
- Curaçao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Haiti
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Puerto Rico
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United States
- Virgin Islands, British
- Virgin Islands, U.S.
What Is the Aster sempervirens?
Aster sempervirens (Dasiorima limonifolia) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Dasiorima genus. Aster sempervirens is native to eastern North America and parts of the Caribbean. Aster sempervirens is also known as Dasiorima limonifolia, Leioligo lithospermifolia, Solidago arinata.
Aster sempervirens displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 4 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Aster sempervirens produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aster sempervirens?
Dasiorima limonifolia requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Aster sempervirens Need?
Aster sempervirens thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Aster sempervirens in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aster sempervirens Prefer?
Dasiorima limonifolia grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Aster sempervirens prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Aster sempervirens?
Well-draining, loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Aster sempervirens to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Aster sempervirens?
Feed Aster sempervirens 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 Aster sempervirens?
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 Aster sempervirens?
Aster sempervirens can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Aster sempervirens Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Aster sempervirens, 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 Aster sempervirens?
Aster sempervirens 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 Aster sempervirens Need?
Aster sempervirens grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10a. Aster sempervirens is native to eastern North America and parts of the Caribbean. In cooler regions, grow Aster sempervirens as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Aster sempervirens 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 Dasiorima genus (family Asteraceae) — search all Dasiorima species in the plant lookup.
Aster sempervirens thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dasiorima limonifolia Raf., family Asteraceae (first published in Fl. Tellur. 2: 43 (1837)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Aster sempervirens, 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: Katja Schulz from Washington, D. C., USA, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10a – 11b, 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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