Kali collina
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Kali collina

Slender Russian Thistle · Russian thistle · Tumbleweed

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–35 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 7–10
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Observations
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Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Slender Russian Thistle, a lover of sunny climates, is native to environments that are well-lit and open. While it can endure some shade, it generally prefers to grow under the full, direct sunlight, taking advantage of it for optimal development. This plant, which can live for one or two years, is particularly known for its preference for sunny conditions.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 15–35°C

Slender Russian Thistle can acclimate to various temperature conditions, yet its dispersion may be constrained by specific combinations of moisture and thermal conditions. It flourishes optimally in balmy climates throughout the summer provided sufficient precipitation or irrigation. Extended spans of overcast and wet weather, along with enduring elevated temperatures, can enhance the chances of the plant's demise. During winter, adequate shielding against the cold can enhance the plant's survival prospects.

Ideal temperature: 15–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Regular, mild applications of fertilizer can facilitate conducive leaf growth in Slender Russian Thistle. During the summer season, it is advised to fertilize the Slender Russian Thistle around once monthly. Nitrogen plays an essential role in foliage development and using sources rich in nitrogen can aid in the robust growth of the Slender Russian Thistle.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Kali
Family
Amaranthaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-10
Mature Height
15 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
Flower Size
0.25 cm to 0.51 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Uzbekistan, Russia, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, India, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Koppen, Pakistan, South Korea, Belarus, Turkmenistan, China

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Common Names (3)

en Slender Russian Thistle
en Russian thistle
en Tumbleweed