Water
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months, but do not let the soil become completely dry.
Asystasia albiflora is an herbaceous perennial from the Acanthaceae family, known for its attractive white flowers and adaptability.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct morning sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Avoid soggy conditions.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
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None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months, but do not let the soil become completely dry.
Prune to maintain desired shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flowers regularly to promote more blooms. Cut back leggy stems to stimulate new shoots.
Pruning can be done at any time, but is most effective in spring.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Remove lower leaves and plant in moist potting mix.
Roots will form within a few weeks, and the new plants can be transplanted.
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Asystasia Albiflora (Asystasia albiflora)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Asystasia |
| Species | Asystasia albiflora |
Similar in genus Asystasia
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