Pallenis maritima facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pallenis maritima |
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| Pallenis maritima, west coast of Portugal | |
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Pallenis
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maritima
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Pallenis maritima is a beautiful plant often called a "sea daisy." It's a type of herbaceous perennial, which means it's a plant that lives for more than two years and doesn't have a woody stem. This plant belongs to the Asteraceae family, which is the same family as sunflowers and regular daisies!
You can find Pallenis maritima growing naturally in a few sunny places around the world. It's native to the Canary Islands, southern Portugal, the western Mediterranean region, and Greece. This plant usually grows to be about 30 cm (about 1 foot) tall and can spread out to 45 cm (about 1.5 feet) wide. Its bright yellow flowers look just like small daisies, with darker yellow centers.
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Growing Pallenis maritima
If you want to grow Pallenis maritima, it's quite easy! This plant loves sunny spots.
What kind of soil does it like?
Pallenis maritima prefers soil that drains water well. Sandy soil is perfect for it. It also likes a moderate amount of moisture, so don't let it get too dry or too soggy.
Where can you plant it?
This plant is a great choice for rock gardens. Its bright flowers look lovely among rocks. You can also grow it in containers, like pots on a patio or balcony.
How does it reproduce?
You can grow new Pallenis maritima plants in two main ways:
- By planting seeds.
- By taking cuttings from an existing plant.
See also
- In Spanish: Pallenis maritima para niños
