Bearded Spiderhead

Also known as

Leucospermum parile, Protea cyanoides, Protea eriocephala, Protea parilis, Serruria andrewsii, Serruria arenaria, Serruria barbigera, Serruria eriocephala, Serruria gracilis, Serruria nitida, Serruria odorata, Serruria parilis and Serruria squarrosa

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Serruria phylicoides

Genus

Serruria

Family

Proteaceae

Order

Proteales

How to care for Bearded Spiderhead

💦 Water

How often to water your Bearded Spiderhead

Bearded Spiderhead 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

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Bearded Spiderhead in your home

Bearded Spiderhead love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Bearded Spiderhead does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Bearded Spiderhead in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Bearded Spiderhead

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Bearded Spiderhead: repot after 2X growth

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 Bearded Spiderhead after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Bearded Spiderhead 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

Bearded Spiderhead requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 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.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.