Pluchea baccharis — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Pluchea baccharis

Pluchea Baccharis

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Pluchea baccharis, commonly called rosy camphorweed, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the coastal plain of the Southeastern United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Bahamas. It is found in wet savannas, marshes, and flatwoods.It is a perennial that produces pink-purple flowers from June to July.

A note from PlantMom

Rosy camphorweed is well resistant to disease and generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Rosy camphorweed is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Pluchea Baccharis.

Fertilizer

Fertilize your Rosy camphorweed in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Regular feeding improves overall health, leading to vigorous development, greater resilience under harsh conditions, and increased resistance to disease and pests. Maintain a specific fertilization schedule for your Rosy camphorweed to ensure foliage that is vibrant, richly colored, and lush.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Pluchea
Family
Asteraceae
Hardiness Zone
10-11
Native Area
Bahamas, Belize, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Jamaica
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Rosy camphorweed
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