Flemingia Plant
Flemingia (Flemingia macrophylla) is a moderate-growing shrub up to 10 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is medicinal but not edible.
Habit
Shrub
Height
2 to 4 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained loamy soil
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Asia, Africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
40 to 70
Potting media
Garden soil
Fertilizers
Organic fertilizers
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
2-5 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Soil EC
0.4 to 1.2
Yield Per Plant
Green manure, fodder
NPK ratio
14:14:14
life Span
10-15 yrs
Health Benefits
Soil enrichment, nitrogen fixation.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% peat moss, 30% compost, 30% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Fusarium Wilt.
Dark spots on leaves, Reddish pustules on leaves, White fungal growth on leaves, Leaf curling and distortion, Wilting and yellowing leaves.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Fungicides with mancozeb, Fungicides with tebuconazole.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-malarial properties.
- May support immune function and digestion.