Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the cooler months. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Boerhavia acutifolia, the Sharp-Leaf Spiderling, is a sprawling herbaceous perennial with small, pink-red flowers. Native to arid regions, it thrives in well-drained soil
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for optimal growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, Sandy, Loamy
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 18-24°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly 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 moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the cooler months. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead or leggy stems. Light pruning can be done anytime, with heavier pruning best performed in early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring or from stem cuttings taken during the growing season. Seeds germinate easily in warm conditions. Cuttings root readily in moist, well-draining soil.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, only when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Sharp-Leaf Spiderling (Boerhavia acutifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Nyctaginaceae |
| Genus | Boerhavia |
| Species | Boerhavia acutifolia |
Similar in genus Boerhavia
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