Singapore daisy (Sphagneticola trilobata)
Care, watering, light and tips for Singapore daisy on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Singapore daisy
Sphagneticola trilobata, commonly known as wedelia or beach daisy, is a fast-growing creeping plant, ideal for covering large areas or as a trailing plant. Its stems spread to form a dense carpet of bright green leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers, creating a vibrant and cheerful effect in tropical and subtropical gardens.
Native range
Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
Care tips
It prefers full sun exposure for abundant flowering and compact growth, although it tolerates partial shade. Regular watering is needed, especially in hot and dry climates, ensuring good drainage to prevent waterlogging. It adapts to a wide range of soils but prefers well-drained and fertile ones. Avoid planting it near delicate species, as its rapid growth makes it very competitive and it can become invasive if not controlled.
How to save a dying Singapore daisy
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, wilted, lifeless leaves. Stagnant growth.
- First aid
- Move to partial shade. Check drainage. Water if soil is dry, but avoid waterlogging. Remove severely damaged parts.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade or constant waterlogging. It does not tolerate frost.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, it's very resilient. With adequate sun and good drainage, it recovers quickly.