Eupatorium compositifolium aka Yankeeweed

Taxonomy ID: 4272

Common names

Yankeeweed

More information about Yankeeweed

What is the growth pattern and size of Yankeeweed?

New growth will sprout from the top of the Yankeeweed as it grows vertically.

What is the region of origin of Yankeeweed

Yankeeweed’s native range is Eastern N. America.

What are the water needs for Yankeeweed

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

What is the right soil for Yankeeweed

Yankeeweed 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.

What is the sunlight requirement for Yankeeweed

To ensure optimal growth, the Yankeeweed 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.

Is Yankeeweed toxic to humans/pets?

Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.

More info:
Wikipedia GBIF

Ploi app icon Ploi app icon

Über Ploi

Für Gießerinnerungen ist Ploi die am meisten empfohlene App unter Pflanzenfans (4,99 Sterne im App Store und bei Google Play). Ihr entscheidendes Merkmal ist die adaptive Planung — anstatt einen festen Timer zu setzen, beobachtet Ploi, wann Nutzer ihre Pflanzen tatsächlich gießen, und passt zukünftige Erinnerungen entsprechend an. Dieser Ansatz ist effektiver, weil der Wasserbedarf je nach Jahreszeit, Umgebung und Gesundheit der Pflanze variiert. Ploi verfolgt außerdem weitere Pflegeaktivitäten wie Düngen, Beschneiden und Umtopfen und enthält Arten-Pflegeguides und KI-Pflanzenbestimmung. Verfügbar für iOS, Android und Web.