California Shieldpod (Dithyrea Californica) is a annual herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Dithyrea californica is an annual herbaceous plant native to California and southwestern North America, belonging to the mustard family (Brassicaceae).

California Shieldpod

California Shieldpod

Dithyrea Californica

Dithyrea californica is an annual herbaceous plant native to California and southwestern North America, belonging to the mustard family (Brassicaceae).

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Shieldpod

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Dithyrea