Woolly Tidestromia (Tidestromia Lanuginosa) is a annual herb in the Amaranthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tidestromia lanuginosa is a flowering plant species in the amaranth family, native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its woolly, canescent to densely woolly foliage and small flowers.

Woolly Tidestromia

Woolly Tidestromia

Tidestromia Lanuginosa

Tidestromia lanuginosa is a flowering plant species in the amaranth family, native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its woolly, canescent to densely woolly foliage and small flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Woolly Tidestromia

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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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Woolly Tidestromia
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Taxonomy

Family:Amaranthaceae
Genus:Tidestromia