Mollugo (Trigastrotheca pentaphylla) is a low-growing annual herb with a sprawling habit, featuring small, white, star-shaped flowers and edible leaves.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun which can scorch leaves.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top inch to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average Room
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid sudden temperature drops and cold drafts.
Light
25% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks during the growing season. Stop in winter.
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 Mollugo regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months when growth slows.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Prune Mollugo to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Trim back leggy stems as needed. Light pruning can be done year-round, but heavier pruning is best done in early spring before new growth begins.
Remove any dead or damaged foliage.
Propagate Mollugo from seeds sown in spring or from stem cuttings taken during the growing season. Seeds can be sown in a well-draining seed-starting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be rooted in moist soil or water.
Repot Mollugo every 1-2 years, or when it becomes root-bound, typically in the spring. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Ensure the new pot has drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Mollugo (Trigastrotheca pentaphylla)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Molluginaceae |
| Genus | Trigastrotheca |
| Species | Trigastrotheca pentaphylla |
Similar in genus Trigastrotheca
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