Malperia is a North American plant genus in the tribe Eupatorieae within the family Asteraceae.There is only one known species, Malperia tenuis. This plant's common name is brown turbans or brownturbans. It is a rare plant native to the Sonoran Desert of the U.S. state of California (Imperial and San Diego Counties) and northwestern Mexico (Sonora, Baja California, Baja California Sur). This is a small annual with white or pinkish bell-shaped flowers.The name Malperia is based on an anagram of the last name of botanist Edward Palmer.
Brown turbans exhibits good disease resistance and is generally not prone to diseases. However, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its environment. Such infections are usually not severe. In terms of care, this plant requires moderate maintenance. Regular pruning is needed to maintain an attractive appearance and healthy growth. Fertilization can also help encourage flowering. Brown turbans is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.
How to keep Malperia Tenuis.
Fertilizer
Brown turbans flourish with regular, mild applications of fertilizer that foster vigorous growth of leaves. It is best to feed Brown turbans about once a month over the summer period. Nitrogen plays an essential role for leaf development, and adding sources high in nitrogen allows Brown turbans to prosper.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Malperia
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Native Area
- Mexico
Other names.
