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Wrightia tinctoria (Wrightia tinctoria)

Wrightia tinctoria is a deciduous tree native to India, known for its medicinal properties and beautiful white flowers. Also called Pala indigo plant.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young plants from intense direct sun.

Watering

Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-30 °C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the spring and summer growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young plants from intense direct sun.

Water

Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-30 °C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the spring and summer growing season.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

6-15 m

Spread

4-8 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2.5-4 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyApocynaceae
  • genusWrightia
  • speciesWrightia tinctoria
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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