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Baby Jump-Up (Mecardonia procumbens)

Mecardonia procumbens, commonly known as Baby Jump-Up, is a low-growing perennial herb with small yellow flowers, often used as a groundcover or in hanging baskets.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Adaptable to various soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Can tolerate some shade, especially in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Water more frequently in hot, dry weather.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Adaptable to various soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25°C. Can tolerate brief dips but not frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Creeper

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Groundcover, Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Bacopa procumbens (Mill.) Greenm.
Erinus procumbens Mill.
Herpestis procumbens (Mill.) Urb.
Moniera procumbens (Mill.) Kuntze
Pagesia procumbens (Mill.) Pennell
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyPlantaginaceae
  • genusMecardonia
  • speciesMecardonia procumbens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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