Chrysanthemum Coccineum
Also known as
Pyrethrum, Pyrethrum, Pyrethrum, Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium and Chrysanthemum coccineum
Taxonomy
Tanacetum coccineum
Tanacetum
Asteraceae
Asterales

How to care for Chrysanthemum Coccineum

How often to water your Chrysanthemum Coccineum

every 9
Chrysanthemum Coccineum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Portland, Oregon.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Portland, Oregon
27% Very Low

Growing Chrysanthemum Coccineum in Portland right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low š
February 5th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Portland is currently very low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in detā¦
Sunlight will increase by 55.7% āļø
February 4th, 2023
Portland is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Portland is expected to increase by 55.7% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 9.0 megajoules of energy per m2 ā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.5 hours š
February 7th, 2023
This month, Portland is getting an average of 7.3 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 17.4% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.4 total hours of daā¦
Finding light for Pyrethrum in your home

a window
Chrysanthemum Coccineum love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Portland, Oregon ā .
Chrysanthemum Coccineum does not tolerate low-light š«.

How to fertilize Chrysanthemum Coccineum

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Chrysanthemum Coccineum after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Chrysanthemum Coccineum is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Chrysanthemum Coccineum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Chrysanthemum Coccineum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Chrysanthemum Coccineum does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Chrysanthemum Coccineum should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Chrysanthemum Coccineum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Chrysanthemum Coccineum
Chrysanthemum Coccineum
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Portland, Oregon, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
