How to tend a Breynia fruticosa

Also known as: Melanthesa chinensis Blume, Melanthesa glaucescens Miq., Phyllanthus introductus Steud., Phyllanthus lucens Poir., Phyllanthus simsianus Wall., Phyllanthus turbinatus Sims, Andrachne fruticosa L.

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like half shade, may grow in places with bright scattered light

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Apply organic fertilizers mainly, chemical fertilizer if needed

Pruning

Remove dead and diseased branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Tropical areas
Category
Euphorbiaceae, Breynia
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height 20-30 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period April-September, fruiting period May-December
Flower colors
Leaf color green, fruit color red
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