Niger Seed Plant

Niger Seed (Guizotia abyssinica) is a moderate-growing herb up to 3 ft, prefers loamy soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.

Habit

Herb

Height

1-2 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, loamy

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

No

Origin

East Africa

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20-30°C

Humidity (%)

50-70%

Potting media

Loamy, peat

Fertilizers

Balanced NPK (10-10-10)

Watering

Regular, moderate

Plant Weight 

100-200 g

Flowering Time

Summer, Fall

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 6.5

Water Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Oil seeds, Edible

NPK ratio 

5:10:10 

life Span

Annual

Health Benefits

High in oil content, medicinal

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat moss, 25% sand, 25% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with nitrogen-based fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Anthracnose.

Symptoms

Dark spots on leaves, Reddish pustules on leaves, White fungal growth on leaves, Leaf curling and distortion, Dark lesions on leaves. 

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, compost tea, sulfur-based sprays, Insecticidal soap, Improve air circulation. 

In-Organic Remedies

Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Fungicides with mancozeb, Chemical insecticides, Fungicides with azoxystrobin.