Transactions of the Linnean Society of London (Pleocarphus revolutus)

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Transactions of the Linnean Society of London Plant Care

Pleocarphus revolutus D.Don

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Pleocarphus is a genus of South American flowering plants in the family Asteraceae.

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Water

Every 7–10 days

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Temp

50–80°F

Humidity

40–70%

At a glance

How do you care for Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Plant Transactions of the Linnean Society of London in full sun to partial shade (USDA zones 12a) and water a young shrub every 7–10 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 50–80°F (10–27°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.

What Is the Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London (Pleocarphus revolutus) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Pleocarphus genus.

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London displays a low rosette, spreading ground cover growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Transactions of the Linnean Society of London produces small daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow and white.

Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.

How Often Should You Water a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Water a young or newly planted Transactions of the Linnean Society of London every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Watering Frequency

Every 7–10 days

Until established; then in dry spells

What Light Does the Transactions of the Linnean Society of London Need?

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Light Requirement

Full sun to partial shade

What Temperature and Humidity Does the Transactions of the Linnean Society of London Prefer?

Pleocarphus revolutus tolerates temperatures of 50–80°F. Transactions of the Linnean Society of London prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Temperature

50–80°F

Humidity

40–70%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Transactions of the Linnean Society of London to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Feed Transactions of the Linnean Society of London every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

Fertilizing

Every 6 months

During the growing season

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Where Should You Plant a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London is suited to USDA Zone 12a.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

How Far Apart Should You Plant a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London can spread to about 1 ft (0.3 m) and reach about 1 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 1 ft (0.3 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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How Do You Prune a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Prune Transactions of the Linnean Society of London while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

How Do You Care for a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London in Winter?

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 12). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

How Do You Propagate a Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps.

Is the Transactions of the Linnean Society of London Toxic to Pets and Children?

Pet safety not verified

The ASPCA does not list Transactions of the Linnean Society of London, 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 Transactions of the Linnean Society of London?

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London 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 Transactions of the Linnean Society of London Need?

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. In cooler regions, grow Transactions of the Linnean Society of London as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 12a

Keep exploring plants

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London 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 Pleocarphus genus — compare its care with other Pleocarphus species on PlantoScan.

Pleocarphus is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.

Transactions of the Linnean Society of London thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

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Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Pleocarphus revolutus D.Don, family Asteraceae (first published in Trans. Linn. Soc. London 16(2): 228 (1830)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
  • Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Transactions of the Linnean Society of London, 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: Gay, Claudio; Johnston, I. M., Public domain, Wikimedia Commons — original.
  • 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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