Phyla filiformis — a medium houseplant, prefers partial sun light
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Phyla filiformis

Phyla Filiformis

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A note from PlantMom

Hairy frogfruit has strong resistance to disease and is typically not easily affected by illnesses. Still, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases found in its environment. When infections do occur, they tend to be mild. Regarding care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to preserve a neat appearance and encourage healthy growth. Applying fertilizer can also aid in boosting flowering. Hairy frogfruit is well suited to people with outdoor areas like a garden or patio and does not demand extensive gardening experience. It can need extra attention if cultivated indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Phyla Filiformis.

Light

The hairy frogfruit is indigenous to habitats like forest understories and rocky places, where it's naturally shaded. It thrives best under partial sunlight, but it's adaptable to complete sunshine or deep shade, showcasing its resilient and adjustable character.

Temperature

Hairy frogfruit comes from tropical areas where the climate is generally warm and humid. As a result, it is well-suited to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden changes in temperature and prefers a steady thermal environment, so avoid temperature fluctuations indoors. It typically cannot withstand cold conditions and needs relatively warm temperatures to grow. If the ambient temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Fertilizer

The Hairy frogfruit plant has the highest demand for fertilizer during its main period of growth, typically in the spring, summer, and the onset of fall. It's important to fertilize this plant to supply it with much-needed nutrients that might not be present in the soil, which favor healthy root and stem growth along with appealing leaves. Its foliage is one of the standout features of this particular species.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Phyla
Family
Verbenaceae
Hardiness Zone
8-11
Mature Height
30 cm to 91 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm to 61 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
White, Pink
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 2.54 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Summer, Fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Summer, Fall, Early winter
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Hairy fogfruit
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Phyla filiformis flower
PLATE 01 · flower
Phyla filiformis flower
PLATE 02 · flower
Phyla filiformis habit
PLATE 03 · habit
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