Red Spiderling (Boerhavia diffusa)
Boerhavia diffusa, commonly known as Red Spiderling, is a sprawling herbaceous perennial valued for its medicinal uses and as an ornamental plant in rock gardens.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in cooler weather.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Sandy loam or gritty mixes are ideal.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in cooler weather.
Well-draining soil is essential. Sandy loam or gritty mixes are ideal.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb, Creeper
Plant Category
Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.2-0.5 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in tropical climates; may go dormant in cooler regions
Leaf Color
Green, Purple
Leaf Type
Opposite, ovate to suborbicular
Flower Size
0.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyNyctaginaceae
- genusBoerhavia
- speciesBoerhavia diffusa
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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