Bristly Oxtongue (Helminthotheca Echioides) is a annual, biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A sprawling annual or biennial herb native to Europe and North Africa, recognized for its rough, bristly stems and coarse, pimpled leaves.

Bristly Oxtongue

Bristly Oxtongue

Helminthotheca Echioides

A sprawling annual or biennial herb native to Europe and North Africa, recognized for its rough, bristly stems and coarse, pimpled leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual, biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bristly Oxtongue

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:Asteraceae
Genus:Helminthotheca