Upland Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum)
Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) is a warm-season shrub, typically cultivated as an annual, known for its fluffy white fibers that emerge from mature seed pods.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for at least 6-8 hours daily.
Watering
Consistent moisture, especially during growth and flowering. Avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Prefers deep, well-drained, fertile loamy soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Temperature
Thrives in warm conditions, ideal between 20-35 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Balanced fertilizer during vegetative growth, then higher P/K for flowering/boll development.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun for at least 6-8 hours daily.
Consistent moisture, especially during growth and flowering. Avoid waterlogging.
During active growth
Prefers deep, well-drained, fertile loamy soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Thrives in warm conditions, ideal between 20-35 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Balanced fertilizer during vegetative growth, then higher P/K for flowering/boll development.
During growing season
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to Fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
5-8 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
80000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalvales
- familyMalvaceae
- genusGossypium
- speciesGossypium hirsutum
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 6/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
The seeds of Gossypium hirsutum contain gossypol, a toxic polyphenolic compound. Ingestion of raw seeds can cause gastrointestinal distress, lethargy, and in large quantities, more severe health issues in humans and animals.