Yellow Alder
Turnera ulmifolia

Yellow Alder Plant

Snake Jasmine is a small vine known for their ornamental value. It thrives in well-draining loamy soil but has no edible or medicinal uses. 


Picture illustrating Snake Jasmine plant

Habit

Shrub/Vine

Height

2 to 3 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Partial sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Central America

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 70%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

2 to 5 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.6 to 1.0 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

5 to 10 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

3 to 5 years

Health Benefits

Ornamental, Medicinal

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% peat moss, 30% perlite, 30% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize quarterly with organic fertilizer. 

Common Diseases and Remedies

Root rot, Powdery mildew, Leaf spot, Aphids. 

Yellowing, black or brown spots on leaves, powdery coating, wilting

Neem oil, baking soda solution, garlic spray, compost tea

Copper fungicides, insecticidal soap, horticultural oil

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Bambusa chungii