Lollipop Plant
The Lollipop Plant is a tender shrub growing 0.6-1.2 meters tall, thrives in well-drained, fertile soil, requires partial shade, moderate moisture, is non-edible, and does not have medicinal uses.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1 to 1.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Partial shade
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Central America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 30% Sand, 20% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.5 to 1.0 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 6.5
Soil EC
0.6 to 1.2 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
high yeild
NPK ratio
04:03:02
life Span
3 to 5 years
Health Benefits
Ornamental, Stress Relief
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% peat moss, 30% compost, 30% soil
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize monthly with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Aphids
Symptoms
White coating, wilting, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, compost tea, improve drainage
In-Organic Remedies
Systemic fungicides