Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away. Reduce watering during winter months, but do not let the soil dry out completely.
Consistent moisture is key for healthy growth and flowering.
Also known as Bowing Lady · India Tubeflower · Indian Glory Bower
Turk's Turbin (Clerodendrum indicum) is an erect shrub or small tree native to tropical Asia, known for its delicate white flowers and medicinal uses.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Bright, indirect light is ideal indoors.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during growing season. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
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. Allow excess water to drain away. Reduce watering during winter months, but do not let the soil dry out completely.
Consistent moisture is key for healthy growth and flowering.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done after flowering to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth.
This maintains plant health and appearance.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the soil consistently moist and provide bottom heat for best results. Rooting typically occurs within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Ensure the new pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Turk's Turbin (Clerodendrum indicum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Clerodendrum |
| Species | Clerodendrum indicum |
Similar in genus Clerodendrum
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