Glaria racheliana Plant Care
Rachelia glaria J.M.Ward & Breitw.
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With its vibrant purple leaves and delicate silver variegation, Rachelia glaria originates from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. This unique plant is highly sought after by collectors for its striking appearance and rarity in cultivation.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Glaria racheliana?
Water Glaria racheliana 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 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Glaria racheliana?
Glaria racheliana (Rachelia glaria) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Rachelia genus. Glaria racheliana is native to South Africa, Namibia. Glaria racheliana is also known as Rachel's glory.
Glaria racheliana displays a compact, clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Glaria racheliana produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Glaria racheliana?
Rachelia glaria 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 Glaria racheliana Need?
Glaria racheliana thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Glaria racheliana Prefer?
Rachelia glaria grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Glaria racheliana prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Glaria racheliana?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Glaria racheliana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Glaria racheliana?
Feed Glaria racheliana 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
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How Do You Repot a Glaria racheliana?
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 Glaria racheliana?
Glaria racheliana can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Glaria racheliana Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Glaria racheliana, 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 Glaria racheliana?
Glaria racheliana 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 Glaria racheliana Need?
Glaria racheliana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Glaria racheliana is native to South Africa, Namibia. In cooler regions, grow Glaria racheliana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Glaria racheliana 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 Rachelia genus — compare its care with other Rachelia species on PlantoScan.
Rachelia is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Glaria racheliana thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Rachelia glaria J.M.Ward & Breitw., family Asteraceae (first published in New Zealand J. Bot. 35(2): 146 (1997) (1997)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Glaria racheliana, 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 13a, 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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