Melochia Spicata

Indian valley false mallow comes from bright, open habitats and does best in full sun. It can tolerate partial shade but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is known for its sun-loving habit.

Indian valley false mallow comes from tropical areas where the climate is usually warm and humid. Consequently, it is well suited to high temperatures and humidity. It dislikes sudden temperature changes and prefers a consistent temperature, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It typically cannot tolerate cold and needs higher temperatures to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Once most of the Indian valley false mallow’s blooms have opened to full size, resume fertilizing. At the time when blooms are at their peak, apply fertilizer every three to four weeks, weather permitting. Then, when the Indian valley false mallow begins producing fewer new blooms, stop fertilizing; there’s no need to feed the plant once it can’t produce more blooms.