Calyptocarpus vialis aka Creeping Cinderella Weed

Taxonomy

Genus Calyptocarpus Family Asteraceae Order Asterales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta
Calyptocarpus vialis, also known as straggler daisy, horseherb, lawnflower, and creeping Cinderella-weed, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to south Texas, Mexico, Belize, Venezuela, and the Caribbean, but has been introduced to several other regions including Argentina, Hawaii, India, Java, Australia, and Taiwan. This shade tolerant groundcover is typically found in woodlands, meadows, and disturbed sites such as lawns, roadsides, and paths. The opposite leaves are triangular to lanceolate in shape and typically 1-3 cm long. The plant produces yellow flowers year-round, with around 10-20 disc florets and 3-8 ray florets, the laminae of the latter being around 2-5 mm long. The nectar from these flowers attracts small butterflies. Although considered a weedy species, horseherb is valued for its ability to prevent soil erosion and is used as a groundcover in some areas. However, it is also considered invasive in eastern Asia and Africa and in India.

Common names

Creeping Cinderella Weed, Horseherb, Straggler Daisy

How to care for Creeping Cinderella Weed

Difficulty

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Creeping Cinderella Weed is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Water

Creeping Cinderella Weed should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Creeping Cinderella Weed prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the Creeping Cinderella Weed as it grows vertically.

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