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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in full sun to partial shade; requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering
Watering
Water deeply when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Prefers warm tropical to subtropical temperatures; cannot tolerate frost or temperatures below 10°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Palmately compound leaves with 3–5 oval leaflets; glandular-hairy and sticky to the touch
- Flower: Clustered four-petaled yellow blooms with long, prominent stamens extending outward
- Stem: Erect, branched stems covered in sticky glandular hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to support active growth and flowering
Fertilization
Apply diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Discontinue fertilization in late autumn as growth ceases
Banana Peel Tea：Chop 2–3 banana peels and soak in 1 liter of water for 24 hours; dilute the tea 1:10 with water before applying to soil; discard solid peels to avoid pest attractionPruning
- Deadhead spent flower clusters regularly to encourage continuous blooming throughout the growing season
- Trim leggy or overgrown stems to promote bushier, more compact growth
- Remove yellowing or damaged leaves to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No specific listing, but ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal distress due to irritant compounds
Humans: Contains mild irritant compounds; ingestion may cause oral irritation or mild gastrointestinal upset
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental garden plant; traditional medicinal uses in some tropical regions for minor ailments
