How to tend a Abutilon striatum

Also known as: Abutilon pleniflorum N.E.Br., Abutilon pseudostriatum Hochr., Abutilon striatum G.F.Dicks. ex Lindl., Abutilon thompsonii H.J.Veitch, Sida striata (G.F.Dicks. ex Lindl.) D.Dietr.

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, grows in sunny places

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
South America
Category
Malvaceae, Abutilon
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 15 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period May-October
Flower colors
red, leaf color green
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