AT A GLANCE
What should you know about daisy leaves?
Do the daisy leaves have a meaning?
The green leaves of daisy have no special meaning to that white petals will, however, like as love oracle used. You probably also know the – sometimes meaningful – little game “He loves me”, in which the petals are torn out one by one.
But the marguerite as a flower is also given a meaning, it stands for unadulterated happiness, for confidence and naturalness.
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Are daisy leaves edible?
Actually they are Leaves of the meadow marguerite are edible, like all other parts of the plant. The plant is even considered a remedy in naturopathy. Its effect is similar to that of the well-known chamomile, but much weaker. But that doesn't apply to everyone else species of daisies
to.However, the marguerite should be consumed with caution, it can also trigger allergies. On the one hand, contact with the plant sap leads to contact allergies in sensitive people, on the other hand people with an allergy to daisy plants or corresponding cross-allergies react very clearly to the daisy.
Why is my daisy getting yellow leaves?
Yellow leaves at your marguerite usually indicate errors in care there. The plant was probably watered too much. Daisies are very sensitive to waterlogging. To save them, stop watering altogether for a while. If the soil is completely wet, they may replace it. repot there may be the only chance of salvation.
What can I do if the daisy droops its leaves?
Dry, drooping leaves indicate that your daisy is suffering from a lack of water. Usually helps here copious watering or an immersion bath. But also look at that Location take a closer look at your marguerite. Not every daisy likes to be in the full sun all day. The poor meadow daisy (bot. Leucantheum vulgare) with it.
Do diseases or pests attack the daisy leaves?
In general, the marguerite is considered robust and easy-care, but she absolutely can suffer from diseases and pests. These also affect the leaves. powdery mildew or the leaf spot disease are not that rare. You can recognize the latter by the brown and black spots on the leaves. Since this fungal disease can quickly spread to other plants, you should remove affected parts of the plant immediately and dispose of them with household waste.
Tip
Beware of pests!
Occasionally the marguerite suffers from various types of aphids. These should definitely be fought. You can usually do without chemicals. Nettle decoction, ladybugs and scale insects provide a gentle remedy. spider mites like to appear in (too warm) winter quarters.