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Macroptilium gibbosifolium (Macroptilium gibbosifolium)

Macroptilium gibbosifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America, known for its attractive foliage and occasional use in traditional medicine.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with moderate fertility.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense midday sun in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with moderate fertility.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.

Can tolerate slightly cooler or warmer temperatures if other conditions are met.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Foliage, Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.5 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

1.5-2 cm

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Synonyms
Macroptilium heterophyllum (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Maréchal & Baudet
Phaseolus bilobatus Engelm.
Phaseolus gibbosifolius Ortega
Phaseolus heterophyllus Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.
Phaseolus macropoides A.Gray
Phaseolus macropus Benth.
Phaseolus rotundifolius A.Gray
Phaseolus seleri Harms
Phaseolus subtrilobus Link
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusMacroptilium
  • speciesMacroptilium gibbosifolium
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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