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Description
Tephroseris Kirilowii, also known as Kirilow’s Groundsel or Kirilow’s Fleabane, is a herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is native to East Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea. The plant has an upright growth habit with a height of up to 2 feet and a width of up to 1 foot. It produces yellow flowers that bloom from late summer to early fall.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Tephroseris |
Appearance
The Tephroseris Kirilowii plant has a clumping growth habit with basal leaves that are ovate or oblong in shape and have a slightly serrated margin. The leaves are green and hairy on the upper surface, while the underside is light green and hairless. The plant produces yellow flowers that are daisy-like in appearance and have a diameter of 1 inch. The flowers bloom in late summer or early fall and are held on long, slender stems.
Care Guide
Water: The Tephroseris Kirilowii plant prefers consistently moist soil, so water regularly and deeply, especially during dry periods.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer to promote healthy growth and flowering.
Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil.
Sunlight: The Tephroseris Kirilowii plant prefers partial shade to full sun, but it can tolerate full shade.
Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Tephroseris Kirilowii plant is susceptible to common pests and diseases, including aphids, spider mites, powdery mildew, and leaf spot. To prevent these issues, keep the plant healthy and well-maintained. If pest or disease problems occur, treat them promptly with appropriate insecticides or fungicides.
Habitat
The Tephroseris Kirilowii plant is native to East Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in moist areas, such as meadows, slopes, and forests.
Question and Answer
Q: Can the Tephroseris Kirilowii plant tolerate drought?
A: No, the plant prefers consistently moist soil and cannot tolerate drought.
Q: When is the best time to fertilize the Tephroseris Kirilowii plant?
A: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer to promote healthy growth and flowering.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for the Tephroseris Kirilowii plant?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Q: What are the common pests and diseases that can affect the Tephroseris Kirilowii plant?
A: The plant is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, powdery mildew, and leaf spot.
Related Plants
- Tephroseris integrifolia
- Tephroseris palustris
- Tephroseris rupicola
References
- “Tephroseris Kirilowii.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=287129&isprofile=0&. Accessed 23 Sept. 2021.
- “Tephroseris Kirilowii.” Plants for a Future, www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Tephroseris+kirilowii. Accessed 23 Sept. 2021.
- “Tephroseris Kirilowii.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/104426/i-Tephroseris-kirilowii-i/Details. Accessed 23 Sept. 2021.
