Mouse Yeast Grass (Pseudognaphalium Affine) is a biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pseudognaphalium affine is a biennial herbaceous plant characterized by fine woolly hair covering its stems and small rounded leaves. It grows typically 15–40 cm tall and produces small flower heads.

Mouse Yeast Grass

Mouse Yeast Grass

Pseudognaphalium Affine

Pseudognaphalium affine is a biennial herbaceous plant characterized by fine woolly hair covering its stems and small rounded leaves. It grows typically 15–40 cm tall and produces small flower heads.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mouse Yeast Grass

Jan
Prune
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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:Pseudognaphalium