Fine-leaf Stylo Plant
Fine-leaf Stylo (Stylosanthes guianensis) grows up to 3 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Herb
Height
0.5-1 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Tropical regions
Climatic Condition
Tropical to Subtropical
Temperature (°)
25-35°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Organic compost
Watering
Water regularly; requires moist soil
Plant Weight
1-2 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.4 - 0.6
Yield Per Plant
Forage crop
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used in livestock feed; improves soil nitrogen.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, sulfur spray, improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole ,Sulfur-based fungicides, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Used as forage for livestock; limited direct human health benefits.