What is the common name for Helicteres isora?
The most common name for Helicteres isora is the East Indian screw tree, due to its distinctive spirally twisted fruit pods.
East Indian screw tree (Helicteres isora) is a shrub or small tree known for its unique spirally twisted fruit pods and medicinal properties. It thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types including sandy or loamy.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types including sandy or loamy.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.
Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-5 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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No significant toxicity reported for humans or pets.