About

An erect, herbaceous perennial from South American Andean habitats with narrowly ovate, serrate leaves on erect stems bearing rounded, clustered heads of small, yellow, disc-like flowers in summer. An unusual and little-known South American composite for a sunny, well-drained border or cool glasshouse.

About the genus

Ungernia is a genus of plants encompassing species that may be herbaceous, shrubby, or woody. They are grown for their ornamental flowers, foliage, or fruit, and vary in hardiness and cultural requirements

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.