Tetrachne dregei Plant Care
Tetrachne dregei Nees
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Tetrachne is a monotypic genus of grass in the family Poaceae. The sole species is Tetrachne dregei, known by the common name robies cocksfoot.
Every 5–7 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–85°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Tetrachne dregei?
Water Tetrachne dregei every 5–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–85°F (16–29°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 8 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Tetrachne dregei Native To?
What Is the Tetrachne dregei?
Tetrachne dregei (Tetrachne dregei) belongs to the Poaceae family within the Tetrachne genus. Tetrachne dregei is native to South Africa.
Tetrachne dregei displays a compact clumping grass growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Tetrachne dregei produces small inconspicuous flowers in spikelets.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Tetrachne dregei?
Tetrachne dregei requires watering every 5–7 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 5–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Tetrachne dregei Need?
Tetrachne dregei thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Tetrachne dregei Prefer?
Tetrachne dregei grows best at temperatures of 60–85°F. Tetrachne dregei prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–85°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Tetrachne dregei?
Well-draining sandy soil mix with good aeration. Good drainage is essential for Tetrachne dregei to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Tetrachne dregei?
Feed Tetrachne dregei every 8 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 8 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Tetrachne dregei?
Repot every 1-2 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 Tetrachne dregei?
Tetrachne dregei can be propagated through division, seeds.
Is the Tetrachne dregei Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Tetrachne dregei, 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 Tetrachne dregei?
Tetrachne dregei is susceptible to grasshoppers, aphids, 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 Tetrachne dregei Need?
Tetrachne dregei grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Tetrachne dregei is native to South Africa. In cooler regions, grow Tetrachne dregei as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Tetrachne dregei 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 Tetrachne genus — compare its care with other Tetrachne species on PlantoScan.
Tetrachne is part of the Poaceae plant family — browse all Poaceae genera and species.
Tetrachne dregei thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Tetrachne dregei Nees, family Poaceae (first published in Fl. Afr. Austral. Ill. : 376 (1841)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Tetrachne dregei, 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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