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Yellow Mignonette (Reseda lutea)

Reseda lutea, commonly known as Yellow Mignonette, is a hardy plant with fragrant yellow-green flowers and distinctive seed pods, often grown ornamentally.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained soil. Tolerates poor soils.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-drained soil. Tolerates poor soils.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer in spring if needed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderBrassicales
  • familyResedaceae
  • genusReseda
  • speciesReseda lutea
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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