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Synopsis Generum Compositarum Plant Care
Gazania krebsiana Less.
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Gazania krebsiana, also known as Treasure Flower, is a striking plant known for its vibrant daisy-like flowers with unique color combinations of red, yellow, and orange. It is native to South Africa and thrives in hot and dry climates, making it a popular choice for xeriscaping gardens.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun
60–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
Water Synopsis Generum Compositarum every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Synopsis Generum Compositarum Native To?
What Is the Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
Synopsis Generum Compositarum (Gazania krebsiana) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Gazania genus. Synopsis Generum Compositarum is native to Southern Africa, ranging from Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique to South Africa.
Synopsis Generum Compositarum displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Synopsis Generum Compositarum produces bright daisy-like flowers in various colors like yellow, orange, red.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
Gazania krebsiana requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Synopsis Generum Compositarum Need?
Synopsis Generum Compositarum thrives in full sun.
Light Requirement
Full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Synopsis Generum Compositarum Prefer?
Gazania krebsiana grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Synopsis Generum Compositarum prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
Well-draining sandy soil mix with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Synopsis Generum Compositarum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
Feed Synopsis Generum Compositarum every 2 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 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
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 Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
Synopsis Generum Compositarum can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to treasure flower plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Synopsis Generum Compositarum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Synopsis Generum Compositarum, 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 Synopsis Generum Compositarum?
Synopsis Generum Compositarum 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 Synopsis Generum Compositarum Need?
Synopsis Generum Compositarum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8b – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8b. Synopsis Generum Compositarum is native to Southern Africa, ranging from Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique to South Africa.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8b – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Synopsis Generum Compositarum 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 Gazania genus — compare its care with other Gazania species on PlantoScan.
Gazania is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Synopsis Generum Compositarum thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Gazania Species
Other Gazania species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Gazania krebsiana Less., family Asteraceae (first published in Syn. Gen. Compos. : 44 (1832)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Synopsis Generum Compositarum, 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: Paul venter, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8b – 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.
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