Phyllanthus urinaria, or Chamber Bitter, is a fast-growing annual herb. It is known for its aggressive weed nature, small green leaves, and inconspicuous flowers. It prod
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Sunlight
Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, adapting to various light conditions.
Watering
Maintain consistently moist soil, especially in dry periods, but it tolerates some drought. Avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Well-drained, various soil types, including poor soils.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 20-35 °C, and is not frost-tolerant.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
As a weed, it generally does not require fertilization and can thrive in nutrient-poor soils.
Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, adapting to various light conditions.
Maintain consistently moist soil, especially in dry periods, but it tolerates some drought. Avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, various soil types, including poor soils.
Prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 20-35 °C, and is not frost-tolerant.
Outdoor
As a weed, it generally does not require fertilization and can thrive in nutrient-poor soils.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.6 m
Spread
0.1-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, alternate, oblong to obovate
Flower Size
< 0.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
Weed Status
Yes
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
Not considered toxic to humans or pets through casual contact or ingestion of small amounts.
