Gerbera jamesonii aka African Daisy

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for African Daisy due to its easy-going nature.

African Daisy should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

African Daisy loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

African Daisy thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Flame Ray Daisy.

During the wintertime, it's common for African Daisy to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.

African Daisy is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

No additional humidity is required for the African Daisy. Plants take in most of their water through their roots, not their leaves, therefore, watering the soil is the most effective way to supply humidity to your plants.

Repotting the African Daisy is necessary either when it has doubled in size or once every year, whichever happens first. With fresh potting soil replenished annually, the plant will receive all the necessary nutrients, rendering the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that the source of a plant's energy is the sun, not fertilizer.

African Daisy’s native range is Tropical Africa.