Plant profile
Dyschoriste hirsuta
Dyschoriste hirsuta (Oerst. ex Hiern) Kuntze
Dyschoriste hirsuta is an outdoor plant with an attractive appearance due to its leaves and flowers. It is grown in warm climates.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Life form: subshrub. Woody base and low stature.
- Climate
- Its ecology blends warmth with a marked dry season.
- Origin / area
- The typical geographical origin is: Brazil (Minas Gerais).
Basic care
- Watering
- Ease off a little if the room is cool or dim.
- Light
- If colour fades, it usually wants a bit more brightness.
- Temperature
- Warmer spots help it grow more strongly.
- Humidity
- Average home humidity—no extremes.
Pet toxicity
More reassuring with pets around, with basic supervision.
Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15318463) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (7785196) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (77221786-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000658305) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).