Aracium sibiricum Plant Care
Hapalostephium sibiricum D.Don
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The Hapalostephium sibiricum is easily recognized by its striking silver-green leaves with serrated edges. Originating from the mountainous regions of Siberia, this plant is highly sought after by collectors for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in cold climates. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it a desirable addition to any plant lover's collection.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Aracium sibiricum?
Water Aracium sibiricum every 7–14 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 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Aracium sibiricum Native To?
What Is the Aracium sibiricum?
Aracium sibiricum (Hapalostephium sibiricum) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Hapalostephium genus. Aracium sibiricum is native to China, Mongolia, Russia, Central Asia, and eastern Europe. Aracium sibiricum is also known as Crepis ruprechtii, Hapalostephium sibiricum, Hieracioides ruprechtii.
Aracium sibiricum displays a low rosette, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Aracium sibiricum produces small daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow or white.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aracium sibiricum?
Hapalostephium sibiricum 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 Aracium sibiricum Need?
Aracium sibiricum thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aracium sibiricum Prefer?
Hapalostephium sibiricum grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Aracium sibiricum 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 Aracium sibiricum?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Aracium sibiricum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Aracium sibiricum?
Feed Aracium sibiricum 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
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Aracium sibiricum?
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 Aracium sibiricum?
Aracium sibiricum can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps.
Is the Aracium sibiricum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Aracium sibiricum, 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 Aracium sibiricum?
Aracium sibiricum 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 Aracium sibiricum Need?
Aracium sibiricum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 2a – 7b. It survives winters down to planting zone 2a. Aracium sibiricum is native to China, Mongolia, Russia, Central Asia, and eastern Europe.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 2a – 7b
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Aracium sibiricum 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 Hapalostephium genus (family Asteraceae) — search all Hapalostephium species in the plant lookup.
Aracium sibiricum thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Hapalostephium sibiricum D.Don, family Asteraceae (first published in Edinburgh New Philos. J. (Jan.-Mar. 1829) 308 (1829)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Aracium sibiricum, 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 2a – 7b, 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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