Is Hairy Valantia safe for pets?

Yes, Hairy Valantia (Valantia Hispida) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Hairy Valantia easy to care for?

Hairy Valantia has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Hairy Valantia grow indoors?

Hairy Valantia is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Hairy Valantia (Valantia Hispida) is a annual herb in the Rubiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Valantia hispida is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Rubiaceae family, characterized by its small size and hairy texture.

Last updated: February 2026

Hairy Valantia

Valantia Hispida

Valantia hispida is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Rubiaceae family, characterized by its small size and hairy texture.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

annual

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

8-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hairy Valantia

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:Rubiaceae

Genus:Valantia