Lysimachia quadrifolia aka Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
Taxonomy ID: 5379
Common names
Whorled Yellow Loosestrife, Whorled Loosestrife, CrosswortMore information about Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
What is the region of origin of Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
Whorled Yellow Loosestrife’s native range is Worldwide.
What are the water needs for Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
Whorled Yellow Loosestrife should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
What is the right soil for Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
Whorled Yellow Loosestrife loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
What is the sunlight requirement for Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
To ensure optimal growth, the Whorled Yellow Loosestrife prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
What's the right humidity for Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
No extra humidity is necessary for the Whorled Yellow Loosestrife. Absorption of water by plants is primarily done through their roots, and soil watering is the most effective method to provide humidity to your plants.
How to fertilize Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
Repotting the Whorled Yellow Loosestrife should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Is Whorled Yellow Loosestrife toxic to humans/pets?
There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.
What is the growth pattern of Whorled Yellow Loosestrife
New growth will sprout from the top of the Whorled Yellow Loosestrife as it grows vertically.
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