Pseudognaphalium chartaceum
Care, watering, light and tips for Pseudognaphalium chartaceum on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Pseudognaphalium chartaceum
Pseudognaphalium chartaceum, commonly known as Gordolobo, is a perennial or biennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It is characterized by its erect stems and foliage covered in a whitish tomentum, giving it a soft, silvery appearance. It is ideal for low-maintenance gardens, rockeries, or as a filler plant in sunny borders, adding a rustic and natural touch.
Native range
Mexico and Central America
Care tips
This species prefers full sun exposure for optimal growth and abundant flowering. It requires moderate watering, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, as it is susceptible to excess moisture. Use a well-drained substrate, preferably sandy or with good perlite content. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
How to save a dying Pseudognaphalium chartaceum
- Warning signs
- Dry, brown basal leaves, weak and drooping stems, lack of flowering, or premature wilting.
- First aid
- Move to full sun if not already there, or partial shade if extreme heat. Remove damaged leaves and stems.
- What kills it
- Excessive soil moisture, especially in hot, humid climates, leads to root rot.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot hasn't reached the stem base. Improve drainage and reduce watering.