Prickly Goldenfleece (Urospermum Picroides) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Urospermum picroides is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its yellow flower heads and spiny bracts.

Prickly Goldenfleece

Prickly Goldenfleece

Urospermum Picroides

Urospermum picroides is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its yellow flower heads and spiny bracts.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prickly Goldenfleece

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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Prickly Goldenfleece
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Urospermum