Chinese Voilet Plant
| Asystasia gangetica is a fast-growing groundcover plant thriving in full sun, requiring moderate moisture, with no edible or medicinal properties. |
Habit
Groundcover
Height
30-60cm
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained sandy loam
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Tropical asia and africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Humid
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
60-90%
Potting media
Peat, compost
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
2-5 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Ground cover, erosion control
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 40% peat moss, 30% perlite, 30% compost |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Apply monthly with liquid organic fertilizer
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Rust, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Root Rot.
Symptoms
Yellow spots, white fungal coating, leaf curling.
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, baking soda spray, compost tea.
In-Organic Remedies
Sulfur fungicides, systemic insecticides.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Used in herbal medicine to treat respiratory ailments and skin diseases.
· Contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
· Believed to aid in wound healing.