Why are my flowers closed?

The plant closes its blooms when it is cloudy or dark, as they only open in bright sunlight.

Can I grow this in a pot?

Yes, it makes an excellent container plant as long as the pot has good drainage.

Guide botanique

Cape marguerite.

Dimorphotheca ecklonis

Prononciation os-tee-oh-SPER-mum EK-lon-iss

Aussi appelée Vanstaden's river daisy

The Cape marguerite is a cheerful, daisy like perennial that brings a splash of color to sunny gardens. It thrives in warm climates and produces an abundance of blooms throughout the growing season. You will love how it attracts pollinators to your outdoor space.

En un coup d'œil

Niveau d'entretien: Facile
Type de plante: Perennial
Lumière: Full sun
Lumière en intérieur: Soleil direct
Arrosage: Tous les 3 à 7 jours
Taille adulte: 2 to 3 feet
Croissance: Rapide
Rusticité: USDA 9 à 11
Floraison: Late spring to early autumn

Entretien

Plant in well draining soil and provide plenty of sunlight to encourage consistent flowering. Deadhead spent blooms to keep the plant tidy and promote new growth. Watch for wilting, which often signals that the plant needs a deep soak.

Arrosage: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Engrais: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer during the active growing season.
Taille: Regularly remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
Rempotage: Repot when the roots become crowded or the plant outgrows its container.
Sol: Well draining sandy or loamy soil
pH du sol: 6.0 to 7.5
Température: -4 à 35°C
Humidité: 20 à 50%
Résistance à la sécheresse: Élevée
Durée de vie: Short lived perennial, often grown as an annual.
Résistance aux chevreuils et lapins: Moyenne

Signes qu'il faut rempoter

Roots growing out of the drainage holes.
Water sitting on the surface for too long.
Plant growth has slowed significantly.

Sécurité

Humains: The plant is generally considered non-toxic, though ingestion of large quantities is not recommended.
Animaux: This plant is generally considered non toxic to cats and dogs.
Enfants: Keep away from small children to prevent accidental ingestion of plant parts.
Allergènes de contact: The sap may cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Allergènes aéroportés: The pollen can trigger hay fever symptoms in susceptible people during the flowering season.
Comestibilité: This plant is not considered edible and may cause stomach upset if ingested.

Comment l'identifier

Daisy like flowers with prominent centers
Serrated or lobed green leaves
Bushy and spreading growth habit
Petals often show contrasting undersides

Hauteur: 0,3 à 0,6m
Envergure: 0,45 à 0,9m
Feuilles: green, evergreen
Fleurs: white, purple, blue, 5 à 8cm

Problèmes à surveiller

Powdery mildew · A fungal infection that appears as white dusty spots on the leaves.
Aphids · Small insects that suck sap from new growth and flower buds.

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La cultiver

Multiplication: cuttings, seed
Quand planter: spring
Hivernage: In colder regions, bring containers indoors to a bright, cool spot. If planted in the ground, provide a thick layer of mulch to protect the roots from freezing temperatures.
En pot: It grows very well in containers, provided you use a fast draining potting mix and a pot at least 30 centimeters wide.

Stem Cuttings

1. Take a 10 centimeter cutting from non flowering growth.
2. Remove the lower leaves.
3. Dip the end in rooting hormone.
4. Plant in a moist, sandy medium.
5. Keep in bright, indirect light until rooted.

Pair this daisy with other drought tolerant plants to maintain a consistent watering schedule across the bed.

Bonnes associations

lavande anglaise · Both plants enjoy the same sunny, well drained conditions.
Gazanie · They share similar water and light requirements for a vibrant display.

Espèces similaires

Osteospermum ecklonis · Often confused with this species, it shares a very similar appearance and growth habit.

Science

Famille: Asteraceae
Genre: Dimorphotheca
Ordre: Asterales
Classe: Magnoliopsida
Région d'origine: South Africa
Préservation: This species is not currently listed as endangered or threatened in its native range.

It is adapted to dry, sunny environments and relies on pollinators to ensure seed set in its native habitat.

Intérêt pour la faune: nectar source
Pollinisateurs: abeilles, papillons
Utilisations: container gardening, rock gardens, borders, ground cover

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Floraison

Fructification

Feuillage

Repères écologiques

Salinité: 2/9
Réaction du sol: 6/9
Lumière: 8/9
Température: 7/9
Humidité: 3/9
Nutriments: 3/9

Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.

Ce qu'on demande souvent

Why are my flowers closed?: The plant closes its blooms when it is cloudy or dark, as they only open in bright sunlight.
Can I grow this in a pot?: Yes, it makes an excellent container plant as long as the pot has good drainage.

D'où vient le nom

The genus name Dimorphotheca refers to the two forms of fruit produced by the plant, while ecklonis honors the botanist Christian Friedrich Ecklon.

Bon à savoir

It is commonly known as the Cape Daisy.
The flowers close up during cloudy weather or at night.
It thrives in poor, sandy soils where other plants might struggle.

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