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Jameson s. n Plant Care
Dendrophorbium pericaule (Greenm.) B.Nord.
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Dendrophorbium pericaule is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is found only in Ecuador. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Jameson s. n?
Water Jameson s. n every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Where Is the Jameson s. n Native To?
What Is the Jameson s. n?
Jameson s. n (Dendrophorbium pericaule) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Dendrophorbium genus. Jameson s. n is native to Ecuador.
Jameson s. n displays a compact, clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Jameson s. n produces small daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow, orange, or red.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Jameson s. n?
Dendrophorbium pericaule 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 Jameson s. n Need?
Jameson s. n thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Jameson s. n in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Jameson s. n Prefer?
Dendrophorbium pericaule grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Jameson s. n prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Jameson s. n?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Jameson s. n to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Jameson s. n?
Feed Jameson s. n 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 Jameson s. n?
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 Jameson s. n?
Jameson s. n can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to humboldt & bonpland s.n. plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Jameson s. n Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
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 Jameson s. n?
Jameson s. n 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 Jameson s. n Need?
Jameson s. n grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Jameson s. n is native to Ecuador. In cooler regions, grow Jameson s. n as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Jameson s. n 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 Dendrophorbium genus — compare its care with other Dendrophorbium species on PlantoScan.
Dendrophorbium is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Jameson s. n thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Dendrophorbium Species
Other Dendrophorbium species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dendrophorbium pericaule (Greenm.) B.Nord., family Asteraceae (first published in Compositae Newslett. 31: 22 (1997)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Jameson s. n is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Bogdan, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, 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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