How to tend a Andrographis paniculata

Also known as: Justicia paniculata Burm.f., Justicia latebrosa Russell ex Wall., Andrographis paniculata var. glandulosa Trimen, Andrographis subspathulata C.B.Clarke, Justicia stricta Lam. ex Steud.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, grows in sunny places

Soil

Slightly acidic soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 2-3 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
South Asia
Category
Acanthaceae, Andrographis
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 15 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period July-October, fruiting period August-November
Flower colors
light purple, fruit color purple brown
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