Lythrum thymifolium — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Lythrum thymifolium

Lythrum Thymifolium

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A note from PlantMom

Grass-poly has good disease resistance and is generally not prone to diseases. Nevertheless, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its environment. These infections are typically not severe. For care, this plant requires moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a pleasing appearance and encourage healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help stimulate flowering. Grass-poly is well suited for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Lythrum Thymifolium.

Light

Grass-poly flourishes when it receives a significant amount of sun each day, but it can also grow in places with moderate sunshine. For optimal development, it requires a brightly illuminated setting, mirroring its roots in bright, sunny ecosystems. Too much or too little sunlight can impede growth and result in health problems.

Temperature

Grass-poly naturally occurs in surroundings with temperatures typically between 68 and 100.4°F (20 to 38°C). This plant prospers in such warm weather conditions and may necessitate temperature modifications during the cooler months.

Fertilizer

Grass-poly does well with regular, dilute fertilizer applications to encourage healthy leaf development. Fertilize Grass-poly about once a month throughout the summer. Nitrogen is important for foliage, and providing nitrogen-rich sources helps Grass-poly thrive.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Lythrum
Family
Lytheraceae
Hardiness Zone
7-11
Mature Height
10 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
10 cm to 49 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Pink, Lavender
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Libya, Somalia, Egypt, Turkey, Austria, Slovakia, Montenegro, Eritrea, Slovenia, Morocco, Croatia, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Russia, Iraq, Germany, Ethiopia, Romania, Belgium, Portugal, France, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Czech Republic, South Africa, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Poland, Armenia, Greece, Ukraine, Serbia, Chad, Lebanon, Syria, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Iran, Albania, Azerbaijan, United Kingdom, Hungary, Algeria, Turkmenistan
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Other names.

en Thymeleaf Loosestrife
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Lythrum thymifolium flower
PLATE 01 · flower
Lythrum thymifolium habit
PLATE 02 · habit
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