Orthosiphon parvifolius — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Orthosiphon parvifolius

Orthosiphon Parvifolius

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A note from PlantMom

Mauve Piccadill has strong disease resistance and is typically not prone to illnesses. Still, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases that occur in its environment. These problems are generally mild. Regarding care, this plant is of moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a good appearance and support healthy growth. Applying fertilizer can also encourage blooming. Mauve Piccadill is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention if grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Orthosiphon Parvifolius.

Temperature

Mauve Piccadill comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. As a result, it is well suited to high heat and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature shifts and prefers a steady temperature, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It typically cannot endure cold and needs warmer conditions to grow. If the ambient temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Fertilizer

Mauve Piccadill needs the most fertilizer during its active growth period, which takes place mainly in spring, summer, and early autumn. Fertilizing is required to supply essential nutrients the soil may lack, encouraging healthy root and stem growth and maintaining the attractive foliage that is a key characteristic of this particular plant.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Orthosiphon
Family
Lamiaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-12
Native Area
Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania
PLATES
Orthosiphon parvifolius leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Orthosiphon parvifolius leaf
PLATE 02 · leaf
Orthosiphon parvifolius flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Orthosiphon parvifolius flower
PLATE 04 · flower
Orthosiphon parvifolius fruit
PLATE 05 · fruit
Orthosiphon parvifolius fruit
PLATE 06 · fruit
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