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Withania aristata (Withania aristata)

Withania aristata is a flowering shrub native to the Canary Islands, known for its attractive foliage and small, star-shaped flowers.

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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, such as a sandy loam or a potting mix with added perlite.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil, such as a sandy loam or a potting mix with added perlite.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1 m

Spread

1-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Atropa aristata (Aiton) Poir.
Physalis aristata Aiton
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familySolanaceae
  • genusWithania
  • speciesWithania aristata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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