Thurber's Sandpaper Plant (Petalonyx Thurberi) is a perennial herb in the Loasaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Petalonyx thurberi is a perennial herb native to California and western North America, known for its rough-textured leaves and small white flowers.

Thurber's Sandpaper Plant

Thurber's Sandpaper Plant

Petalonyx Thurberi

Petalonyx thurberi is a perennial herb native to California and western North America, known for its rough-textured leaves and small white flowers.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Thurber's Sandpaper Plant

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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Thurber's Sandpaper Plant
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Taxonomy

Family:Loasaceae
Genus:Petalonyx