Mottled Toothedthread (Odontonema cuspidatum)
Mottled Toothedthread (Odontonema cuspidatum) is a tropical perennial with striking red flower spikes and glossy foliage, ideal for shaded gardens and containers.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial to full shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile potting mix or garden soil, rich in organic matter.
Temperature
Ideal growing range.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers partial to full shade.
Avoid direct hot sun.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Well-draining, fertile potting mix or garden soil, rich in organic matter.
Ideal growing range.
Avoid frost; protect from cold drafts.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed during growing season.
Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.6-1.2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyAcanthaceae
- genusOdontonema
- speciesOdontonema cuspidatum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No