Asystasia alba is a flowering plant known for its white blooms and is often found in its native tropical regions. It requires specific care for optimal growth.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers bright light but can tolerate partial shade. Avoid direct hot sun.
Keep moist
50% intensity
Water when top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Regular feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly in spring/summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Asystasia alba prefers consistently moist soil but not waterlogged conditions. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but avoid letting the soil dry out completely. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune Asystasia alba to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of young plants to promote branching. Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms and trim any leggy or overgrown stems.
Pruning can be done anytime during the growing season.
Asystasia alba is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy, non-flowering stems. Remove lower leaves and insert the cut end into moist potting mix or water.
Roots typically form within a few weeks, after which they can be planted.
Repot Asystasia alba every 1-2 years or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one, with adequate drainage holes. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repot in spring before the main growing season begins for best results.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Asystasia |
| Species | Asystasia alba |
Similar in genus Asystasia
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