Photo: Kurt Stüber [1]CC BY-SA 3.0via Wikimedia Commonsresized / cropped
Kingfisher Daisy Plant Care
Felicia bergeriana (Spreng.) O.Hoffm. ex Zahlbr.
Updated · Sources · How we source care data
Felicia bergeriana is a charming succulent plant known for its small, silver-grey leaves that form dense rosettes. Originating from South Africa, this plant is popular among enthusiasts for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in arid conditions.
Every 14–21 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Kingfisher Daisy?
Water Kingfisher Daisy every 14–21 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 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Kingfisher Daisy Native To?
What Is the Kingfisher Daisy?
Kingfisher Daisy (Felicia bergeriana) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Felicia genus. Kingfisher Daisy is native to the Northern and Western Cape provinces of South Africa. Kingfisher Daisy is also known as Agathaea bergeriana, Aster bergerianus, Cineraria bergeriana.
Kingfisher Daisy displays a low mounding perennial growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Kingfisher Daisy produces daisy-like flowers in shades of blue, white, or purple.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Kingfisher Daisy?
Felicia bergeriana requires watering every 14–21 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 14–21 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Kingfisher Daisy Need?
Kingfisher Daisy thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Kingfisher Daisy Prefer?
Felicia bergeriana grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Kingfisher Daisy prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Kingfisher Daisy?
Well-draining sandy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Kingfisher Daisy to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Kingfisher Daisy?
Feed Kingfisher Daisy every month 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 month
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Kingfisher Daisy?
Repot every 1-2 years in 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 Kingfisher Daisy?
Kingfisher Daisy can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to journal of south african botany plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Kingfisher Daisy Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Kingfisher Daisy, 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 Kingfisher Daisy?
Kingfisher Daisy 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 Kingfisher Daisy Need?
Kingfisher Daisy grows outdoors in USDA Zone 9a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 9a. Kingfisher Daisy is native to the Northern and Western Cape provinces of South Africa. In cooler regions, grow Kingfisher Daisy as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 9a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Kingfisher Daisy 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 Felicia genus — compare its care with other Felicia species on PlantoScan.
Felicia is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Kingfisher Daisy thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Felicia Species
Other Felicia species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Felicia bergeriana (Spreng.) O.Hoffm. ex Zahlbr., family Asteraceae (first published in Ann. Nat. Hofmus. Wien 20: 53. 1905) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Kingfisher Daisy, 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.
- Photo: Kurt Stüber [1], CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 9a – 11b, 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.
Spotted a mistake? Email info@upvision.media with the page link — we check and correct reported errors.
Identify Plants Like the
Kingfisher Daisy Instantly
Scan any plant with your phone camera and get instant ID, care tips, water and fertilizer reminders, and health checks — all in one app.
Free
to download
iOS & Android
platforms
Light & dark
mode
100,000+
species