Mussaenda Plant
Mussaenda erythrophylla, commonly called Mussaenda, grows 6-10 ft tall, moderate growth, prefers well-drained soil, partial shade, medium moisture, not edible, and no medicinal properties.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1-2 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Partial shade or full sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
70-80%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Regular, moderate
Plant Weight
300-500 g
Flowering Time
Spring, Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental shrub
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Ornamental flowers
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% loam, 25% peat moss
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Powdery mildew, Anthracnose, Root rot, Leaf spot, Sooty mold
Symptoms
Powdery white coating, brown or black leaf spots, leaf drop, wilting
Organic Remedies
Neem oil spray, compost tea, pruning affected branches, garlic spray