How to tend a Lepidium peruvianum

Also known as: Lepidium gelidum Wedd., Lepidium weddellii O.E.Schulz, Lepidium meyenii var. gelidum (Wedd.) Hosseus, Lepidium meyenii subsp. gelidum (Wedd.) Thell., Lepidium meyenii var. affine Thell., Lepidium peruvianum G.Chacón, Lepidium affine Wedd., Lepidium orbignyanum Wedd., Lepidium meyenii subsp. affine Thell., Lepidium weddellii J.F.Macbr.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes sunshine, put in sunny places, avoid strong sunlight in summer at noon

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
Cruciferae, Lepidium
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 15-18 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period April-May
Flower colors
white
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