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large white petunia (Petunia axillaris)

Petunia axillaris, or Wild White Petunia, is a fast-growing herbaceous plant. Often cultivated as an annual, it features abundant trumpet-shaped white flowers, valued for

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Sunlight

Requires full sun for optimal flowering.

Watering

Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures; sensitive to frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Requires full sun for optimal flowering.

Water

Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures; sensitive to frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

30-60 cm

Spread

30-90 cm

Growth Rate

Fast

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, ovate

Flower Size

5-8 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Nicotiana axillaris Lam.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familySolanaceae
  • genusPetunia
  • speciesPetunia axillaris
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

Additional Care Tips

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