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Withania frutescens (Withania frutescens)

Withania frutescens is a shrub native to the Canary Islands, valued for its medicinal properties and ornamental appeal.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Can tolerate some shade but flowers best in sun.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25°C; can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Atropa frutescens L.
Hypnoticum frutescens (L.) Rodr. ex Boiss.
Opsago cordata Raf.
Opsago suberosa (Cav.) Raf.
Physalis frutescens (L.) DC.
Physalis suberosa Cav.
Withania grosii Pau
Withania suberosa Endl.
Withania villosa Pauquy
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familySolanaceae
  • genusWithania
  • speciesWithania frutescens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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