Velvet Spyridium (Spyridium Subochreatum) is a perennial shrub in the Rhamnaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A low shrub endemic to southern continental Australia, with linear to oblong or narrowly egg-shaped leaves and dense clusters of creamy-white flowers with dark brown, papery bracts.

Velvet Spyridium

Velvet Spyridium

Spyridium Subochreatum

A low shrub endemic to southern continental Australia, with linear to oblong or narrowly egg-shaped leaves and dense clusters of creamy-white flowers with dark brown, papery bracts.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Velvet Spyridium

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:Rhamnaceae
Genus:Spyridium