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Hairy wedelia Plant Care
Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida (Kunth) Strother
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Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida is known for its fuzzy, silvery-green leaves that add a unique texture to any garden. This plant is native to Mexico and Central America and is popular among plant enthusiasts for its drought tolerance and ability to attract butterflies.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Hairy wedelia?
Water Hairy wedelia every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60°F (16°C) and above and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
What Is the Hairy wedelia?
Hairy wedelia (Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Wedelia genus. Hairy wedelia is native to Mexico, Central Americaheight: 1.5width: 2fertilizer: 2wateringMin: 7wateringMax: 14humidityMin: 40humidityMax: 60temperatureMin: 60temperatureMax:80 leafSize:4.
Hairy wedelia displays a low spreading groundcover growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Hairy wedelia produces small yellow daisy-like flowers in clusters.
How Often Should You Water a Hairy wedelia?
Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Hairy wedelia Need?
Hairy wedelia thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Hairy wedelia Prefer?
Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida grows best at temperatures of 60°F. Hairy wedelia prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Hairy wedelia?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Hairy wedelia to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Hairy wedelia?
Feed Hairy wedelia every 2 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 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Hairy wedelia?
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 Hairy wedelia?
Hairy wedelia can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to acapulco wedelia plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Hairy wedelia Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Hairy wedelia, 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 Hairy wedelia?
Hairy wedelia 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 Hairy wedelia Need?
Hairy wedelia grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Hairy wedelia is native to Mexico, Central Americaheight: 1.5width: 2fertilizer: 2wateringMin: 7wateringMax: 14humidityMin: 40humidityMax: 60temperatureMin: 60temperatureMax:80 leafSize:4.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Hairy wedelia 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 Wedelia genus — compare its care with other Wedelia species on PlantoScan.
Wedelia is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Hairy wedelia thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida (Kunth) Strother, family Asteraceae (first published in Syst. Bot. Monogr. 33: 62 (1991)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Hairy wedelia, 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: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8a – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- 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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