Muster John Henry (Tagetes minuta)
Tagetes minuta, commonly known as Muster John Henry, is an aromatic annual herb from South America, valued for its pungent scent and traditional medicinal uses.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Watering
Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Prefers well-draining soil; adaptable to various soil types but thrives in fertile loam.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 15-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Can tolerate partial shade.
Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Prefers well-draining soil; adaptable to various soil types but thrives in fertile loam.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 15-25°C.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
70000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyAsteraceae
- genusTagetes
- speciesTagetes minuta
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No