Dolichoglottis lyallii Plant Care
Dolichoglottis lyallii (Hook.f.) B.Nord.
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Dolichoglottis lyallii, the yellow snow margueritte, is a species of flowering plant, endemic to New Zealand.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Dolichoglottis lyallii?
Water Dolichoglottis lyallii 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 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–70% 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 Dolichoglottis lyallii Native To?
What Is the Dolichoglottis lyallii?
Dolichoglottis lyallii (Dolichoglottis lyallii) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Dolichoglottis genus. Dolichoglottis lyallii is native to New Zealand.
Dolichoglottis lyallii displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Dolichoglottis lyallii produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Dolichoglottis lyallii?
Dolichoglottis lyallii 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 Dolichoglottis lyallii Need?
Dolichoglottis lyallii thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Dolichoglottis lyallii Prefer?
Dolichoglottis lyallii grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Dolichoglottis lyallii prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Dolichoglottis lyallii?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Dolichoglottis lyallii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Dolichoglottis lyallii?
Feed Dolichoglottis lyallii 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 Dolichoglottis lyallii?
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 Dolichoglottis lyallii?
Dolichoglottis lyallii can be propagated through seeds, division of rhizomes.
Is the Dolichoglottis lyallii 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 Dolichoglottis lyallii?
Dolichoglottis lyallii 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 Dolichoglottis lyallii Need?
Dolichoglottis lyallii grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Dolichoglottis lyallii is native to New Zealand. In cooler regions, grow Dolichoglottis lyallii as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Dolichoglottis lyallii 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 Dolichoglottis genus — compare its care with other Dolichoglottis species on PlantoScan.
Dolichoglottis is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Dolichoglottis lyallii thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dolichoglottis lyallii (Hook.f.) B.Nord., family Asteraceae (first published in Opera Bot. 44: 36 (1978)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Dolichoglottis lyallii 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.
- 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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