Also known as Kalar
Laggera crispata, a herbaceous plant, is known for its aromatic leaves and is sometimes used in traditional medicine. It thrives in specific climates.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright light but can tolerate some shade. Avoid intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Good drainage is crucial.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Laggera crispata thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering during cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune Laggera crispata to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of new shoots regularly. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing stems at any time of year.
Light pruning can be done after flowering to tidy up the plant.
Propagate Laggera crispata from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, cut them to about 10-15 cm, and remove lower leaves.
Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and insert into a well-draining potting mix.
Repot Laggera crispata every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally a blend of potting soil, perlite, and sand.
Repot in spring before new growth begins.
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Where Laggera Crispata (Laggera crispata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Laggera |
| Species | Laggera crispata |
Similar in genus Laggera
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