Gonospermum ferulaceum
Care, watering, light and tips for Gonospermum ferulaceum on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Gonospermum ferulaceum
Gonospermum ferulaceum, commonly known as Sticky Daisy, is a perennial plant endemic to the Canary Islands, prized for its finely divided foliage and bright yellow blooms. It forms dense, rounded clumps that can reach up to 60 cm in height, bringing a wild and sunny touch to rock gardens and xeriscapes. Its robust appearance and resilience make it ideal for coastal areas or challenging conditions.
Native range
Canary Islands
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal flowering and compact growth. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, as it is very susceptible to waterlogging; reduce drastically in winter. It prefers well-drained, sandy or stony soils with low organic matter content. A common mistake is overwatering, which easily rots its roots.
How to save a dying Gonospermum ferulaceum
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, wilted, lifeless leaves. Lack of flowering or dropped flowers.
- First aid
- Move it to a sunnier spot with good drainage. Reduce watering if soil is wet.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade and waterlogging. Needs full sun and well-drained soil to thrive.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, it's a hardy plant. With proper care, it can recover if damage isn't severe.