Salmon Star Plant
Acalypha Green is a tropical shrub valued for its colourful foliage. It thrives in well-drained soil and requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist. Pruning can enhance its bushy appearance.
Habit
Tree
Height
50-65 ft
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well Drained
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Partial shade
Climatic Condition
Moderate
Temperature (°)
No
Humidity (%)
Yes
Potting media
Partial shade
Fertilizers
Moderate
Watering
No
Plant Weight
Yes
Flowering Time
Partial shade
Soil Ph level
Moderate
Water Ph level
No
Soil EC
Yes
Yield Per Plant
Partial shade
NPK ratio
Moderate
life Span
No
Health Benefits
Yes
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% compost, 10% sand.
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Balanced fertilizer (N-P-K 10-10-10) every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Lily mosaic virus, botrytis bulb rot.
Symptoms
Mottled Or streaked yellow and green patterns on leaves, stunted growth, rotting bulbs, foul odour.
Organic Remedies
Remove and destroy infected plants, insecticidal soap, neem oil.