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Mariola (Parthenium incanum)

Mariola (Parthenium incanum) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, known for its aromatic foliage and small, daisy-like flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun, tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry. Drought tolerant.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and rocky conditions. Avoid waterlogged soils.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun, tolerates partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sun.

Water

Water when top inch of soil is dry. Drought tolerant.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and rocky conditions. Avoid waterlogged soils.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Tolerates heat well.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Balanced, slow-release.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-dormant in winter

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Lobed, pinnately divided

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Parthenium ramosissimum DC.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusParthenium
  • speciesParthenium incanum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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