Bladder Saltbush
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Habit
Shrub
Height
0.5-1 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, salty
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Australia
Climatic Condition
Arid, Semi-arid
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
40-60%
Potting media
Sandy + Organic matter
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10:10:10)
Watering
Low watering
Plant Weight
50-100 g
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.5-7.0
Soil EC
1.1 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Low yield
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
2-3 years
Health Benefits
Drought-resistant, soil improvement
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
| Fertilize every 6 weeks with balanced fertilizer. |
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Blight.
Symptoms
Yellowing and wilting of leaves, Yellow to brown spots on leaves, stunted growth.
Organic Remedies
Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment, Spray Neem Oil, Use Resistant Varieties.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Traditionally used by Indigenous groups for wound healing and hydration.
· May help with electrolyte balance due to its salt-tolerant properties.