Water
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering during cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Also known as Creeping Beggar Weed · Creeping Beggarweed · Creeping Beggerweed
Zarzabacoa Comun (Desmodium incanum) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions, often found in disturbed areas and pastures.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers ample sunlight but can tolerate some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; ensure good drainage.
Well-drained soil
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures; protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering during cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done throughout the year, with heavier pruning in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate primarily through seeds, which can be sown in spring. Cuttings taken from semi-hardwood in summer can also be rooted under favorable conditions. Germination may be erratic and require patience.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring as they outgrow their containers. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Desmodium |
| Species | Desmodium incanum |
Similar in genus Desmodium
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