Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Cleomella angustifolia, the Narrowleaf Rhombopod, is a delicate annual herb native to arid regions, featuring small, showy flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers direct sunlight for at least 6 hours per day.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C) during the growing season. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Low
25% intensity
Feed lightly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. For plants grown for their foliage, prune to encourage dense foliage production.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring, either directly outdoors or started indoors a few weeks prior. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist, well-draining potting mix.
Repot young plants annually or bi-annually in spring before new growth begins. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Narrowleaf Rhombopod (Cleomella angustifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Cleomaceae |
| Genus | Cleomella |
| Species | Cleomella angustifolia |
Similar in genus Cleomella
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