Cretanweed (Hedypnois Rhagadioloides) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Hedypnois rhagadioloides is a thorny annual herb native to the Mediterranean region, characterized by flower stalks up to 40 cm tall and basal rosettes of leaves.

Cretanweed
Hedypnois Rhagadioloides
Hedypnois rhagadioloides is a thorny annual herb native to the Mediterranean region, characterized by flower stalks up to 40 cm tall and basal rosettes of leaves.
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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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