Leptophyll Desmanthus Plant
Leptophyll Desmanthus (Desmanthus leptophyllus) grows up to 3 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1 to 1.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 70%
Potting media
50% Loam, 30% Sand, 20% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.5 to 1.0 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 0.9 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
2 to 4 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
2 to 3 years
Health Benefits
Soil Stabilization, Drought-resistant
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 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 pustules on leaves, White, downy growth on leaves, Curled and distorted leaves, Wilting and root decay.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Fungicides with mancozeb, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides.