Tree Daisy Plant Care
Oncosiphon suffruticosus (L.) Källersjö
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Onocosiphon suffruticosus, commonly known as the shrubby mayweed, is a flowering plant native to Namibia and the Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces of South Africa. Additionally, it can now be found in France, Australia, and the USA.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Tree Daisy?
Water Tree Daisy every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–80°F (10–27°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Tree Daisy Native To?
What Is the Tree Daisy?
Tree Daisy (Oncosiphon suffruticosus) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Oncosiphon genus. Tree Daisy is native to Namibia and the Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces of South Africa. Tree Daisy is also known as African Dog Daisy.
Tree Daisy displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Tree Daisy produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Tree Daisy?
Oncosiphon suffruticosus requires watering every 7–10 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 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Tree Daisy Need?
Tree Daisy thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Tree Daisy Prefer?
Oncosiphon suffruticosus grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Tree Daisy prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Tree Daisy?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Tree Daisy to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Tree Daisy?
Feed Tree Daisy every 6 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 6 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 Tree 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 Tree Daisy?
Tree Daisy can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to pineapple flower plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Tree Daisy Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Tree 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 Tree Daisy?
Tree Daisy is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, spider mites. 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 Tree Daisy Need?
Tree Daisy grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Tree Daisy is native to Namibia and the Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces of South Africa. In cooler regions, grow Tree Daisy as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 12a
Keep exploring plants
Tree 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 Oncosiphon genus — compare its care with other Oncosiphon species on PlantoScan.
Oncosiphon is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Tree Daisy thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Oncosiphon suffruticosus (L.) Källersjö, family Asteraceae (first published in Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 96(4): 313 (1988)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Tree 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 12a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- 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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