False Daisy
Eclipta prostrata
Family: AsteraceaeNative: Tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, including Asia, Africa, and the AmericasIdentified: Mar 11, 2026
A spreading or erect annual herb with slender, hairy stems and opposite, lance-shaped leaves with serrated margins. It typically produces small, white, daisy-like flower heads.
Learn more about False Daisy in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
This plant thrives in moist to wet soils and can often be found in marshy areas or near water. It prefers full sun to partial shade. Keep the soil consistently moist and avoid letting it dry out completely.