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Uhaloa (Waltheria indica)

Waltheria indica, commonly known as Uhaloa, is a fast-growing shrub native to tropical regions, featuring yellow flowers and medicinal uses.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types.

Temperature

Grows best in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Bright light is ideal for flowering.

Water

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Reduce in cooler months, ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types.

Temperature

Grows best in warm temperatures.

Protect from frost; ideal range 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Waltheria africana Schumach. & Thonn.
Waltheria americana L.
Waltheria angustifolia L.
Waltheria arborescens Cav.
Waltheria corchorifolia Pers.
Waltheria elliptica Cav.
Waltheria erioclada DC.
Waltheria guineensis Schumach. & Thonn.
Waltheria laxa Thulin
Waltheria makinoi Hayata
Waltheria martii Colla
Waltheria paniculata Benth.
Waltheria prostrata K.Schum.
Waltheria wildii Suess.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalvales
  • familyMalvaceae
  • genusWaltheria
  • speciesWaltheria indica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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