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Hanuman Kireetam (Clerodendrum paniculatum)

Hanuman Kireetam (Clerodendrum paniculatum) is a fast-growing shrub with large, heart-shaped leaves and spectacular, tiered clusters of bright red-orange flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil is ideal. Amend heavy clay soils with compost for better drainage.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more in hot weather, less in cool.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil is ideal. Amend heavy clay soils with compost for better drainage.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25 °C; protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.5-3 m

Spread

1.5-3 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, Opposite

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Cleianthus coccineus Lour. ex B.A.Gomes
Clerodendrum citrinum Ridl.
Clerodendrum diversifolium Vahl
Clerodendrum pyramidale Andrews
Volkameria angulata Lour.
Volkameria diversifolia Vahl
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyLamiaceae
  • genusClerodendrum
  • speciesClerodendrum paniculatum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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