How to tend a Abutilon megapotamicum
Also known as: Periptera megapotamica (A.Spreng.) G.Don, Sida megapotamica A.Spreng., Abutilon inflatum Garcke & K.Schum., Abutilon megapotamicum (Spreng.) A.St.-Hil. & Naudin
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Need a lot of water, water thoroughly when soil is dry
Sunlight
Like moderat light, resistant to half shade, less light may affect flowering
Soil
Peat or soil with specific nutrients
Fertilizer
Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly
Pruning
Remove withered flowers, dead and diseased leaves timely
About this plant
- Origin
- Subtropical areas
- Category
- Malvaceae, Abutilon
- Size
- Diameter ⥠10 cm, height 15-50 cm
- Blooming period
- Flowering period April-June
- Flower colors
- red, white, yellow
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