Round-leaved daisy (Leucanthemum rotundifolium)
Care, watering, light and tips for Round-leaved daisy on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Round-leaved daisy
Leucanthemum rotundifolium, commonly known as round-leaved daisy, is a herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its attractive white flowers with yellow centers, similar to common daisies, and rounded leaves, giving it a charming, wild appearance. It is ideal for garden borders, rockeries, or as part of a wildflower meadow, adding a bright and rustic touch.
Native range
Central and Eastern Europe
Care tips
It prefers full sun exposure for abundant flowering, though it tolerates light partial shade. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings, and it's important to avoid waterlogging. It adapts well to well-drained, fertile, and slightly acidic or neutral soils. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot; it's better to underwater than to overwater.
How to save a dying Round-leaved daisy
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or wilting leaves, soft stems, no blooms or drooping flowers.
- First aid
- Check drainage and moisture. If waterlogged, repot. If dry, water thoroughly.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot, or lack of consistent direct sunlight.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted and action is taken quickly.