False Silverback (Rainiera Stricta) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Rainiera stricta is a fibrous-rooted perennial herb native to subalpine conifer forests and meadows, growing 50-100 cm tall with mostly glabrous stems.

False Silverback

False Silverback

Rainiera Stricta

Rainiera stricta is a fibrous-rooted perennial herb native to subalpine conifer forests and meadows, growing 50-100 cm tall with mostly glabrous stems.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
5-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for False Silverback

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:Rainiera