Hairy Five Eyes (Chamaesaracha Sordida) is a perennial herb in the Solanaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low 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.

Chamaesaracha sordida is a low, dull green perennial herb covered with fine glandular hairs, featuring flat, round, dingy whitish-green to yellowish flowers in each upper axil.

Hairy Five Eyes

Hairy Five Eyes

Chamaesaracha Sordida

Chamaesaracha sordida is a low, dull green perennial herb covered with fine glandular hairs, featuring flat, round, dingy whitish-green to yellowish flowers in each upper axil.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hairy Five Eyes

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

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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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Taxonomy

Family:Solanaceae
Genus:Chamaesaracha