Desert Stingbush (Eucnide Urens) is a perennial shrub in the Loasaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A rounded, bushy desert shrub known for its stinging bristly hairs and pale yellow to cream flowers.

Desert Stingbush

Desert Stingbush

Eucnide Urens

A rounded, bushy desert shrub known for its stinging bristly hairs and pale yellow to cream flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Desert Stingbush

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:Loasaceae
Genus:Eucnide