Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Also known as Cineraria Hybrids · Florist's Cineraria · Okinawa Spinach
Gynura bicolor, also known as Okinawan spinach, is a leafy green vegetable with purple undersides, prized for its mild flavor and nutritional benefits.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves, while low light can lead to leggy growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks 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 |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
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 overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune regularly to maintain a bushy shape and encourage denser foliage. Pinch back the tips of stems to promote branching. Remove any leggy or yellowing growth to keep the plant healthy and aesthetically pleasing.
Pruning also prevents it from becoming too tall and lanky.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems, remove lower leaves, and plant in moist potting mix or place in water. Roots usually form within a few weeks.
Once rooted, transplant into individual pots.
Repot every 1-2 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.
Spring is the ideal time for repotting to allow the plant to establish before the active growing season.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Gynura |
| Species | Gynura bicolor |
Similar in genus Gynura
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