Caracus Wigandia (Wigandia urens)
Wigandia urens, known as Caracas Wigandia, is a fast-growing shrub from Mexico and Central America, featuring large, hairy leaves and showy violet-blue flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Provide afternoon shade in very hot climates.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in cooler months. Ensure good drainage.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range 18-25 °C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce in fall and winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-4 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None in frost-free climates; may become deciduous in cooler regions.
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, ovate to broadly ovate, with a rough, hairy texture.
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBoraginales
- familyBoraginaceae
- genusWigandia
- speciesWigandia urens
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No