Asteriscus sericeus
Care, watering, light and tips for Asteriscus sericeus on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Asteriscus sericeus
Asteriscus sericeus, commonly known as jorao, is an endemic perennial plant from the Canary Islands, prized for its silvery foliage and vibrant daisy-like yellow flowers. Its soft, velvety leaves give it a distinctive appearance, making it ideal for rock gardens, coastal landscapes, or as a potted ornamental. It adds an exotic and low-maintenance touch to any sunny setting.
Native range
Canary Islands
Care tips
It requires full sun for abundant flowering and optimal development of its silvery foliage. This is a very drought-tolerant plant, so watering should be sparse, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings. It prefers well-drained soils, even poor or sandy ones; a universal potting mix with added sand or perlite is suitable. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot, as it is adapted to arid conditions.
How to save a dying Asteriscus sericeus
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or wilted leaves, soft stems, no flowering or drooping flowers.
- First aid
- Remove dry flowers and leaves, prune soft stems. Check drainage and substrate moisture. Ensure good ventilation.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and lack of drainage, causing root rot. Also extreme cold.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot is not too advanced and watering/drainage are corrected promptly.