Large-leaf Jointvetch
Aeschynomene indica

Large-leaf Jointvetch

Large-leaf Jointvetch (Aeschynomene indica) grows up to 5 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.


Picture illustrating Large-leaf Jointvetch

Habit

Herb

Height

0.3 to 0.5 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Wet, Loamy

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

No

Origin

North America

Climatic Condition

Wetlands, Marshy Areas

Temperature (°)

15°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 80%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost

Fertilizers

Balanced Fertilizers

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.3 to 0.6 kg

Flowering Time

Summer to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.2

Soil EC

0.6 to 1.2 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

2 to 4 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

05:10:10

life Span

3 to 5 years

Health Benefits

Soil Stabilization, Erosion Control

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

Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Blight. 

Yellowing and wilting of leaves, Yellow to brown spots on leaves, stunted growth.  

Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment, Spray Neem Oil, Use Resistant Varieties. 

Fungicide with Propicanazole , Copper based Fungicides. 

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