Phyllanthus niruri, commonly known as Chanca Piedra, is a small herbaceous plant with traditional medicinal uses, featuring small leaves and inconspicuous flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
A well-draining potting mix is essential. A standard houseplant mix amended with perlite or sand works well.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Avoid intense afternoon sun.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Allow top inch to dry between waterings.
A well-draining potting mix is essential. A standard houseplant mix amended with perlite or sand works well.
Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
During growing season only.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.2-0.6 m
Spread
0.3-0.7 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 mm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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