Tagar 'Flore Pleno'
Tabernaemontana divaricata 'Flore Pleno'

Tagar 'Flore Pleno' Plant

Tagar 'Flore Pleno' (Tabernaemontana divaricata 'Flore Pleno'), an evergreen South Asian shrub, grows 1.5-2 m with moderate growth in well-drained sandy-loam, thrives in full sun to partial shade, needs moderate moisture, is non-edible with sedative and digestive benefits, and blooms year-round with fragrant double white flowers.


Picture illustrating Tagar 'Flore Pleno' plant

Habit

Evergreen Shrub

Height

1.5-2 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, fertile, sandy-loam

Shade

Full sun to partial shade

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

South Asia

Climatic Condition

Tropical/Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20-40

Humidity (%)

60-80

Potting media

50% garden soil, 25% compost, 25% cocopeat

Fertilizers

Phosphorus-based (10:20:10)

Watering

Water when top 2-3 inch soil is dry

Plant Weight 

~2-5 kg

Flowering Time

Year-round, peak in spring

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.0

Water Ph level

6.0-7.0

Soil EC

0.5-1.5

Yield Per Plant 

Not Applicable

NPK ratio 

10:20:10

life Span

5-10 years

Health Benefits

Sedative, digestive aid

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat moss, 25% perlite, 25% compost


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Apply phosphorus-based fertilizer monthly in spring/summer

Common Diseases and Remedies

Root rot, Powdery mildew, Leaf spot.

Yellowing, black or brown spots on leaves, powdery coating, wilting

Neem oil, baking soda solution, garlic spray, compost tea

In-Organic Remedies

Systemic fungicides, insecticidal soap, horticultural oil

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