Partridge Pea Plant
Partridge Pea (Chamaecrista fasciculata) grows up to 3 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.
Habit
Herb
Height
30-60 cm
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well Drained Loamy
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-70%
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
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Fodder, Nitrogen fixing
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Annual
Health Benefits
Nitrogen fixing, erosion control, used in forage crops
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, Neem oil, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Used in traditional medicine for treating skin conditions and inflammation.
· Has mild antibacterial properties.
· Supports soil fertility by fixing nitrogen in the soil.