Woodland Madia

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 1-4 feet tall, presenting Lanceolate leaves, green in color, 1-3 inches long along with Yellow daisy-like flowers, blooming in clusters, followed by Achenes with a pappus. These features are supported by a reliable Fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to western North America, Woodland Madia thrives in Occurs in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas at elevations around 0-1,500 meters. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 7-10. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Woodland Madia, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Well-drained sandy to loamy soil with a soil pH of about 6.0-7.5.

Woodland Madia needs watering,Moderate, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers evenly moist soil, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Drip irrigation or soaker hoses recommended supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Woodland Madia performs best within 10-30 C (50-86 F). Its ideal growth occurs at around 20-25 C (68-77 F), though it tolerates ranges from -5 C to 35 C (23 F to 95 F). Additionally, maintaining Prefers moderate humidity encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced liquid fertilizer at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost or well-rotted manure enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves, stunted growth helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late fall or early spring for Deadheading and cutting back spent stems tidies its appearance, while Every 1-2 years for container plants may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase pot size by 1-2 inches in diameter increase and a fresh General-purpose potting mix with good drainage. for Staking or Support. Generally does not require support.

During Winter dormancy, growth may slow and some Leaves may turn yellow before wilting in the fall can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seed propagation or division and provide Soak seeds in water for 24 hours, then sow in a light seed-starting mix when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Take stem cuttings in spring, dip in rooting hormone, and place in moist potting soil to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisWoodland Madia problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, spider mites and remain vigilant against Powdery mildew, root rot. Implementing Good air circulation, avoid overhead watering and applying Insecticidal soap for pests; fungicides for fungal diseases when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Sunflowers, coneflowers, and other native wildflowers and shows May inhibit some weed species, making it a flexible choice for various Wildflower gardens, naturalized areas.

the Edible Parts: Young leaves and flowers. Toxicty of Woodland Madia, Considered non-toxic. learning about its Spring for leaves; summer for flowers, Young leaves can be used in salads; flowers can be used for garnishing, and N/A can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used by some Native American tribes for various ailments or note its Valued for its role in local ecosystems and as a wildlife attractant.

With an Not listed, proper Habitat preservation; cultivation in native plant gardens