Golden Penda Plant
Xanthostemon chrysanthus, or Golden Penda, grows 15-30 ft tall, moderate growth rate, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, medium moisture, not edible, and no medicinal properties.
Habit
Evergreen tree
Height
5-10m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soil
Shade
Partial shade or full sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Australia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-70%
Potting media
Sandy loam mix
Fertilizers
Phosphorus-rich
Watering
Water regularly, prefers moist but well-drained soil
Plant Weight
2-3 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Soil EC
0.3 - 0.5
Yield Per Plant
N/A
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Popular ornamental plant known for its golden flowers.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery mildew, Leaf spot, Root rot, Sooty mold, Aphids
White powdery coating on leaves, black spots, yellowing, leaf drop, sticky residue
Systemic fungicides, horticultural oil, insecticidal soap
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Antioxidant properties: Contains bioactive compounds that may help fight oxidative stress.
- Traditional medicine: Indigenous cultures use extracts for treating wounds and infections.