Dasypogon hookeri Plant Care
Dasypogon hookeri Drumm.
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Dasypogon hookeri, commonly known as pineapple bush, is a species of shrub in the family Dasypogonaceae native to Western Australia.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Dasypogon hookeri?
Water Dasypogon hookeri 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 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Dasypogon hookeri Native To?
What Is the Dasypogon hookeri?
Dasypogon hookeri (Dasypogon hookeri) belongs to the Dasypogonaceae family within the Dasypogon genus. Dasypogon hookeri is native to Western Australia.
Dasypogon hookeri displays a clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Dasypogon hookeri produces small inconspicuous flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Dasypogon hookeri?
Dasypogon hookeri 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 Dasypogon hookeri Need?
Dasypogon hookeri thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Dasypogon hookeri Prefer?
Dasypogon hookeri grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Dasypogon hookeri prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Dasypogon hookeri?
Well-draining sandy soil mix with organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Dasypogon hookeri to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Dasypogon hookeri?
Feed Dasypogon hookeri 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 Dasypogon hookeri?
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 Dasypogon hookeri?
Dasypogon hookeri can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets. Similar propagation techniques also apply to pineapple lily plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Dasypogon hookeri Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Dasypogon hookeri, 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 Dasypogon hookeri?
Dasypogon hookeri is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. 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 Dasypogon hookeri Need?
Dasypogon hookeri grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Dasypogon hookeri is native to Western Australia. In cooler regions, grow Dasypogon hookeri as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 12a
Keep exploring plants
Dasypogon hookeri 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 Dasypogon genus — compare its care with other Dasypogon species on PlantoScan.
Dasypogon is part of the Dasypogonaceae plant family — browse all Dasypogonaceae genera and species.
Dasypogon hookeri thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dasypogon hookeri Drumm., family Dasypogonaceae (first published in London J. Bot. 2: 169 (1843)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Dasypogon hookeri, 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 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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