Ammoides pusilla — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Ammoides pusilla

Ammoides Pusilla

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Ammoides pusilla, the small bullwort, is a plant in the family Apiaceae.

A note from PlantMom

Ammoides is fairly disease-resistant and typically not prone to illnesses. Still, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its environment. Such infections tend to be mild. Regarding upkeep, this plant needs a moderate amount of care. It should be pruned regularly to preserve an attractive appearance and encourage healthy growth. Applying fertilizer can also assist in boosting flowering. Ammoides is well suited for anyone with outdoor areas like a garden or patio and does not demand extensive gardening experience. When kept indoors, it may need more attention.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Ammoides Pusilla.

Light

Ammoides comes from bright, open habitats and does best in full sun. It will tolerate partial sunlight but prefers direct sun for ideal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is well known for its sun-loving habits.

Temperature

Ammoides adapts well to temperature, tolerating high heat and considerable temperature fluctuations. In hot conditions, attention should be paid to watering and adequate shade should be provided to avoid sunburn. Conversely, Ammoides has limited cold tolerance; it can endure some chill, but very low temperatures may cause frost damage.

Fertilizer

Ammoides benefits from regular, dilute applications of fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf growth. You should fertilize Ammoides about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is vital for foliage, and providing nitrogen-rich sources helps Ammoides thrive.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Ammoides
Family
Apiaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-10
Mature Height
20 cm to 49 cm
Mature Spread
15 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Early summer
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer
Native Area
Saudi Arabia, Libya, Egypt, Tunisia, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Montenegro, Albania, Algeria, Greece, Croatia, Morocco, France
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

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