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Laggera crispata (Laggera crispata)

Laggera crispata is an aromatic herb native to Africa and Asia, recognized for its medicinal uses and distinctive appearance.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates.

Water

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-25 °C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.3-1 m

Spread

0.2-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Blumea crispata (Vahl) Merxm.
Blumea pterodonta DC.
Blumea purpurascens A.Rich.
Blumea tetraptera Rolfe
Blumea vernonioides DC.
Conyza crispata Vahl
Conyza ctenoptera Kunth
Conyza odontoptera Webb
Laggera intermedia C.B.Clarke
Laggera pterodonta (DC.) Sch.Bip. ex Oliv.
Serratula polygyna A.Rich.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusLaggera
  • speciesLaggera crispata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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