Water
Water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering frequency in cooler periods to prevent root rot.
Gymnanthemum auriculiferum is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family, native to tropical Africa. It is a shrub or small tree.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and avoid sudden temperature fluctuations.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half during the growing season (spring/summer).
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering frequency in cooler periods to prevent root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
Pruning can also be done lightly after flowering to encourage a second bloom.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Select healthy stems, cut them below a leaf node, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone. Plant in a well-draining potting mix and keep consistently moist and warm.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Gymnanthemum |
| Species | Gymnanthemum auriculiferum |
Similar in genus Gymnanthemum
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