Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent excess moisture retention.
Leucas urticifolia is an erect annual herb with a hairy stem and ovate to lanceolate leaves. It produces whorls of white flowers and is found in tropical Africa and Asia.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize 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 |
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 feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent excess moisture retention.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or overgrown stems to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
Pinch back the tips of young plants to promote a more compact habit. Light pruning can be done anytime to remove spent flowers.
Propagate by stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Select healthy stems, cut them below a leaf node, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist.
Roots typically form within 4-6 weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of potting soil and perlite.
Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Where Leucas Urticifolia (Leucas urticifolia) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Leucas |
| Species | Leucas urticifolia |
Similar in genus Leucas
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