Spearleaf Brickellbush (Brickellia Atractyloides) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Brickellia atractyloides is a shrub native to North America, growing up to 50 cm tall, with many small flower heads featuring cream-colored or pale green disc florets and no ray florets.

Spearleaf Brickellbush

Spearleaf Brickellbush

Brickellia Atractyloides

Brickellia atractyloides is a shrub native to North America, growing up to 50 cm tall, with many small flower heads featuring cream-colored or pale green disc florets and no ray florets.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spearleaf Brickellbush

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Spearleaf Brickellbush
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Brickellia