Mirabilis nyctaginea aka Umbrella Wort

Q: What are the water needs for Umbrella Wort

Umbrella Wort should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Q: What is the right soil for Umbrella Wort

Umbrella Wort 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.

Q: What is the sunlight requirement for Umbrella Wort

To ensure optimal growth, the Umbrella Wort 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.

Taxonomy ID: 15061

Genus Mirabilis Family Nyctaginaceae Order Caryophyllales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Common names

Umbrella Wort, Wild Four O'clock, Heartleaf Four O'clock, Heartleaf Umbrella Wort

More information about Umbrella Wort

What is the growth pattern and size of Umbrella Wort?

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

What is the region of origin of Umbrella Wort

Umbrella Wort’s native range is N. America - Wisconsin to Mexico.

What are the water needs for Umbrella Wort

Umbrella Wort should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Umbrella Wort

Umbrella Wort 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 Umbrella Wort

To ensure optimal growth, the Umbrella Wort 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.

Is Umbrella Wort toxic to humans/pets?

Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.

More info:
Wikipedia • GBIF

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