Pimelea prostrata, commonly known as Strathmore weed, New Zealand Daphne, and Pinatoro (Māori) is a species of small shrub, of the family Thymelaeaceae. It is endemic to New Zealand and has small white flowers and blue green leaves.
Prostrate rice flower is disease-resistant and is generally not susceptible to diseases. Carewise, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors, it needs little watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after flowering. Prostrate rice flower is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.
How to keep Pimelea Prostrata.
Light
Prostrate rice flower comes from exposed settings like sunny meadows and the edges of forests, where light is plentiful. It grows best in Full Sun yet will handle Partial Sun, coping well with a range of light exposures.
Temperature
Prostrate rice flower is highly adaptable to a wide range of climate conditions, from scorching summers to chilly winters. However, it still has an optimal temperature range for growth. If temperatures get excessively high, the plant is susceptible to heat and humidity stress, which can lead to its death. In areas where temperatures approach the lower limit of its cold tolerance, it is important to apply insulation measures to protect the plant.
Fertilizer
The timing for fertilizing Prostrate rice flower is important. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue on a monthly basis until early summer. Fertilizer promotes lovely blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Pimelea
- Family
- Thymelaeaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 8-11
- Mature Height
- 5 cm to 10 cm
- Mature Spread
- 91 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Gray, Silver
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 2.54 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid fall, Late fall, Early winter
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Winter
Other names.
