Chenille Plant
Chenille Plant (Acalypha hispida) is a tropical plant growing 1-3 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with fast growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring partial shade and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Tropical
Height
1-3 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Partial shade
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Malaysia, Pacific
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Humid
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
70-90%
Potting media
Peat, perlite mix
Fertilizers
Balanced liquid fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
500-1000 g
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial (5-10 years)
Health Benefits
Decorative, air purifier
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% pine bark
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Improve soil drainage, prune affected parts, use neem oil
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Traditionally used in herbal medicine for wound healing.
· Contains compounds with anti-inflammatory effects.