Branched Hedgehog-daisy Plant Care
Hedypnois furfuracea Rchb.
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This plant's most distinctive visual feature is its silvery-gray, woolly leaves that give it a unique texture. Originating from the Mediterranean region, Hedypnois furfuracea is highly sought after by plant collectors for its drought tolerance and striking appearance in a garden or landscape.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
Water Branched Hedgehog-daisy 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 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Branched Hedgehog-daisy Native To?
- Albania
- Algeria
- Argentina
- Australia
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Canada
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- France
- French Guiana
- Greece
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Honduras
- Iran
- Israel
- Italy
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Malta
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Portugal
- Spain
- Suriname
- Syria
- Tunisia
- Türkiye
- United States
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
What Is the Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
Branched Hedgehog-daisy (Hedypnois furfuracea) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Hedypnois genus. Branched Hedgehog-daisy is native to the Mediterranean Region and neighboring areas from Canary Islands to Iran, and naturalized in Australia and in parts of the Americas.
Branched Hedgehog-daisy displays a low-growing, spreading perennial growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Branched Hedgehog-daisy produces small yellow daisy-like flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
Hedypnois furfuracea 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 Branched Hedgehog-daisy Need?
Branched Hedgehog-daisy thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Branched Hedgehog-daisy Prefer?
Hedypnois furfuracea grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Branched Hedgehog-daisy prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Branched Hedgehog-daisy to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
Feed Branched Hedgehog-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 Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
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 Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
Branched Hedgehog-daisy can be propagated through seeds, division of root ball.
Is the Branched Hedgehog-daisy Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Branched Hedgehog-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 Branched Hedgehog-daisy?
Branched Hedgehog-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 Branched Hedgehog-daisy Need?
Branched Hedgehog-daisy grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Branched Hedgehog-daisy is native to the Mediterranean Region and neighboring areas from Canary Islands to Iran, and naturalized in Australia and in parts of the Americas.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Branched Hedgehog-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 Hedypnois genus (family Asteraceae) — search all Hedypnois species in the plant lookup.
Branched Hedgehog-daisy thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Hedypnois furfuracea Rchb., family Asteraceae (first published in Fl. Germ. Excurs. : 250) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Branched Hedgehog-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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8a – 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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