Castellia tuberculosa — an easy houseplant
SPECIMEN · FROM THE LIBRARY
Castellia tuberculosa

Castellia Tuberculosa

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Castellia is a genus of African and Eurasian plants in the grass family. The only known species is Castellia tuberculosa, native to southern Europe (Spain, Sardinia, Greece), northern and northeastern Africa (Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Sudan), and southwestern Asia (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Persian Gulf Sheikdoms, Iran, Pakistan, Punjab State of India).

A note from PlantMom

Castellia tuberculosa has good resistance to disease and is generally not prone to diseases. In terms of care, this plant is relatively low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. However, smaller plants should be pruned after they have bloomed. Castellia tuberculosat is suitable for anyone with an outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not require a great deal of care experience.

— PlantMom
CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Castellia
Family
Poaceae
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Native Area
Saudi Arabia, Libya, Somalia, Djibouti, Tunisia, India, Sudan, Eritrea, Pakistan, Greece, Morocco, Italy, Spain, Oman, Iran, Algeria, Portugal
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Castellia tuberculosa flower
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Castellia tuberculosa flower
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Castellia tuberculosa habit
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Castellia tuberculosa other
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Castellia tuberculosa other
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