Desert Chicory
Also known as
desert chicory, plumeseed and New Mexico plumeseed
Taxonomy
Rafinesquia neomexicana
Rafinesquia
Asteraceae
Asterales
How to care for Desert Chicory
Water
How often to water your Desert Chicory
every 9
Desert Chicory needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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
Light
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Finding light for Desert Chicory in your home
a window
Desert Chicory may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Desert Chicory in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Desert Chicory
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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Desert Chicory after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Desert Chicory 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.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Growth Pattern
Desert Chicory grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Desert Chicory
Desert Chicory
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
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