Hairy Wedelia (Wedelia Hispida) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae 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 toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Wedelia hispida is a small woody shrub native to Texas and parts of Mexico, known for its bright orange-yellow daisy-like flowers and creeping growth habit.

Hairy Wedelia

Hairy Wedelia

Wedelia Hispida

Wedelia hispida is a small woody shrub native to Texas and parts of Mexico, known for its bright orange-yellow daisy-like flowers and creeping growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hairy Wedelia

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:Asteraceae
Genus:Wedelia