Tricholaena teneriffae
Care, watering, light and tips for Tricholaena teneriffae on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Poaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Tricholaena teneriffae
Tricholaena teneriffae, commonly known as white cerrillo, is an ornamental perennial grass native to the Canary Islands, notable for its fluffy, ethereal silvery-white inflorescences. It forms dense clumps of fine, greenish foliage, creating a soft and airy effect in the landscape. It is ideal for low-maintenance gardens, xeriscaping, rock gardens, or as an accent in pots.
Native range
Canary Islands and Northwest Africa
Care tips
This grass prefers full sun exposure for abundant flowering, although it tolerates light partial shade in very hot climates. It is extremely drought-tolerant once established, requiring very sporadic or even no watering in most climates. It thrives in well-drained soils, preferably sandy or stony, and is not demanding regarding nutrients. Avoid overwatering, as it can lead to root rot.
How to save a dying Tricholaena teneriffae
- Warning signs
- Dry, curled, or yellowing leaves. Lack of flowering. Weak or woody stems.
- First aid
- Move to partial shade. Water deeply if soil is dry. Remove dead parts.
- What kills it
- Overwatering in heavy soils or dense shade. Complete lack of water during drought.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, it's resilient. Recovers with proper watering and indirect sunlight.