Narrow-leaved Cudweed Plant Care
Evax tenuifolia Guss.
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With its delicate, feathery leaves and bright green color, this plant originates from the Mediterranean region. Plant collectors are drawn to Evax tenuifolia for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in arid climates.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
Water Narrow-leaved Cudweed 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 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 3 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Narrow-leaved Cudweed Native To?
What Is the Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
Narrow-leaved Cudweed (Evax tenuifolia) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Evax genus. Narrow-leaved Cudweed is native to the Mediterranean region of southern Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East, plus Great Britain, the Low Countries, and Germany. Narrow-leaved Cudweed is also known as Slender Evax.
Narrow-leaved Cudweed displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Narrow-leaved Cudweed produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
Evax tenuifolia 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 Narrow-leaved Cudweed Need?
Narrow-leaved Cudweed thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Narrow-leaved Cudweed Prefer?
Evax tenuifolia grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Narrow-leaved Cudweed 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 Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Narrow-leaved Cudweed to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
Feed Narrow-leaved Cudweed every 3 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 3 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
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 Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
Narrow-leaved Cudweed can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps.
Is the Narrow-leaved Cudweed Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Narrow-leaved Cudweed, 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 Narrow-leaved Cudweed?
Narrow-leaved Cudweed is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, 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 Narrow-leaved Cudweed Need?
Narrow-leaved Cudweed grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Narrow-leaved Cudweed is native to the Mediterranean region of southern Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East, plus Great Britain, the Low Countries, and Germany.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 10b
Keep exploring plants
Narrow-leaved Cudweed 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 Evax genus (family Asteraceae) — search all Evax species in the plant lookup.
Narrow-leaved Cudweed thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Evax tenuifolia Guss., family Asteraceae (first published in Fl. Sicul. Syn. 2(1): 460 (1844)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Narrow-leaved Cudweed, 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 8a – 10b, 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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