Water
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency in winter when the plant is less actively growing.
Himalayan spiketail (Stachyurus himalaicus) is a graceful deciduous shrub native to the Himalayas, featuring pendulous spikes of creamy white flowers in late winter.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or morning sun, especially in hot climates.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cool to mild temperatures; protect from extreme heat and frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in spring and mid-summer with a 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
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency in winter when the plant is less actively growing.
Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. The best time to prune is immediately after flowering in late spring or early summer. This allows the plant to set new flower buds for the following year.
Best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in mid-summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining potting mix. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in autumn or spring, but germination can be slow and erratic.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound. Mature plants may not need frequent repotting. Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix. Repot in early spring before new growth emerges.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Himalayan Spiketail (Stachyurus himalaicus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Crossosomatales |
| Family | Stachyuraceae |
| Genus | Stachyurus |
| Species | Stachyurus himalaicus |
Similar in genus Stachyurus
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
