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Elsholtzia argyi (Elsholtzia argyi)

Elsholtzia argyi is a fragrant annual herb with aromatic foliage and small pink to purple flowers, blooming in summer and autumn.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is ideal.

Water

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None (annual)

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Opposite, ovate to lanceolate

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Elsholtzia macrostemon Hand.-Mazz.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyLamiaceae
  • genusElsholtzia
  • speciesElsholtzia argyi
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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