Is Douglas' Spineflower safe for pets?

Yes, Douglas' Spineflower (Chorizanthe Douglasii) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Douglas' Spineflower easy to care for?

Douglas' Spineflower has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires low watering and full_sun light.

Can Douglas' Spineflower grow indoors?

Douglas' Spineflower is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Douglas' Spineflower (Chorizanthe Douglasii) is a annual herb in the Polygonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Chorizanthe douglasii is an annual herb endemic to California, known as Douglas' spineflower.

Last updated: February 2026

Douglas' Spineflower

Chorizanthe Douglasii

Chorizanthe douglasii is an annual herb endemic to California, known as Douglas' spineflower.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

annual

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Low

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Douglas' Spineflower

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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Taxonomy

Family:Polygonaceae

Genus:Chorizanthe