Dasymalla axillaris Plant Care
Dasymalla axillaris Endl.
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Dasymalla axillaris, commonly known as native foxglove or woolly foxglove, is a flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae and is endemic to Western Australia. It is a small, diffuse shrub with its branches, leaves and some of its flower parts densely covered with white, woolly hairs.
Every 4–7 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Dasymalla axillaris?
Water Dasymalla axillaris every 4–7 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 Dasymalla axillaris Native To?
What Is the Dasymalla axillaris?
Dasymalla axillaris (Dasymalla axillaris) belongs to the Lamiaceae family within the Dasymalla genus. Dasymalla axillaris is native to Western Australia.
Dasymalla axillaris displays a spreading herbaceous perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Dasymalla axillaris produces small tubular flowers in shades of purple, pink, or white.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Dasymalla axillaris?
Dasymalla axillaris requires watering every 4–7 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 4–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Dasymalla axillaris Need?
Dasymalla axillaris thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Dasymalla axillaris Prefer?
Dasymalla axillaris grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Dasymalla axillaris prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Dasymalla axillaris?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Dasymalla axillaris to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Dasymalla axillaris?
Feed Dasymalla axillaris 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 Dasymalla axillaris?
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 Dasymalla axillaris?
Dasymalla axillaris can be propagated through softwood cuttings, division of root ball. Similar propagation techniques also apply to dasymalla chorisepala plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Dasymalla axillaris Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Dasymalla axillaris, 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 Dasymalla axillaris?
Dasymalla axillaris 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 Dasymalla axillaris Need?
Dasymalla axillaris grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Dasymalla axillaris is native to Western Australia. In cooler regions, grow Dasymalla axillaris as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Dasymalla axillaris 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 Dasymalla genus — compare its care with other Dasymalla species on PlantoScan.
Dasymalla is part of the Lamiaceae plant family — browse all Lamiaceae genera and species.
Dasymalla axillaris thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dasymalla axillaris Endl., family Lamiaceae (first published in Nov. Stirp. Dec. : 11 (1839)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Dasymalla axillaris, 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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