Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months or when the plant is dormant to prevent root rot.
Turnera scabra, Rough Yellow Alder, is a perennial shrub native to tropical America, admired for its bright yellow flowers and adaptability to various soil types.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for at least 6 hours a day.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allow top inch to dry between waterings.
Well-drained, sandy, loamy
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed bi-monthly during growing season with 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 |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months or when the plant is dormant to prevent root rot.
Prune to shape the plant, remove dead or damaged branches, and encourage bushier growth. Light pruning can be done anytime, while heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.
Propagate by stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and warm until roots develop, typically within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a pot one size larger with fresh, well-draining potting soil. Spring is the ideal time to repot.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Rough Yellow Alder (Turnera scabra)
Where Rough Yellow Alder (Turnera scabra) is found
Density
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Passifloraceae |
| Genus | Turnera |
| Species | Turnera scabra |
Similar in genus Turnera
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