Wright's Cudweed (Pseudognaphalium Microcephalum) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is a perennial herb native to California, known for its fuzzy greenish-white leaves and stems, often visited by pollinators like Woolcarder Bees.

Wright's Cudweed

Wright's Cudweed

Pseudognaphalium Microcephalum

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is a perennial herb native to California, known for its fuzzy greenish-white leaves and stems, often visited by pollinators like Woolcarder Bees.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wright's Cudweed

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
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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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Wright's Cudweed
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Pseudognaphalium