Queen's-delight (Stillingia Sylvatica) is a perennial herb in the Euphorbiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Stillingia sylvatica is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Euphorbiaceae family, known for its medicinal properties and native range across parts of the United States.

Queen's-delight

Queen's-delight

Stillingia Sylvatica

Stillingia sylvatica is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Euphorbiaceae family, known for its medicinal properties and native range across parts of the United States.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractor, medicinal plant, native species

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Queen's-delight

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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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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Stillingia