Desert Styphelia (Styphelia Exarrhena) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae 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.

Styphelia exarrhena is an erect shrub endemic to southern Australia, known for its small size and puberulent branchlets.

Desert Styphelia

Desert Styphelia

Styphelia Exarrhena

Styphelia exarrhena is an erect shrub endemic to southern Australia, known for its small size and puberulent branchlets.

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, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Desert Styphelia

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
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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:Ericaceae
Genus:Styphelia