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Orange Asiatic Dayflower Plant Care
Murdannia crocea (Griff.) Faden
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With its striking bright orange leaves, this plant originates from Southeast Asia and is a coveted addition to any plant collector's collection. The unique leaf color of Murdannia crocea is a sure standout in any garden or indoor space, making it a must-have for those seeking a pop of color in their botanical displays.
Every 3–7 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
Water Orange Asiatic Dayflower every 3–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
What Is the Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
Orange Asiatic Dayflower (Murdannia crocea) belongs to the Commelinaceae family within the Murdannia genus. Orange Asiatic Dayflower is native to Southeast Asia. Orange Asiatic Dayflower is also known as Golden Dewflower.
Orange Asiatic Dayflower displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Orange Asiatic Dayflower produces small, delicate blue or purple flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
Murdannia crocea requires watering every 3–7 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 3–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Orange Asiatic Dayflower Need?
Orange Asiatic Dayflower thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Orange Asiatic Dayflower in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Orange Asiatic Dayflower Prefer?
Murdannia crocea grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Orange Asiatic Dayflower 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 Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix with added perlite for aeration. Good drainage is essential for Orange Asiatic Dayflower to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
Feed Orange Asiatic Dayflower 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
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How Do You Repot a Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
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 Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
Orange Asiatic Dayflower can be propagated through division, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to asian spiderwort plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Orange Asiatic Dayflower Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Orange Asiatic Dayflower, 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 Orange Asiatic Dayflower?
Orange Asiatic Dayflower is susceptible to spider mites, aphids. 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.
Keep exploring plants
Orange Asiatic Dayflower 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 Murdannia genus — compare its care with other Murdannia species on PlantoScan.
Murdannia is part of the Commelinaceae plant family — browse all Commelinaceae genera and species.
Orange Asiatic Dayflower thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Murdannia Species
Other Murdannia species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Murdannia crocea (Griff.) Faden, family Commelinaceae (first published in Kew Bull. 32: 188 (1977)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Orange Asiatic Dayflower, 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: Public domain, CC0 1.0, iNaturalist — original.
- 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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