Achyranthes aspera (common names: chaff-flower, prickly chaff flower, devil's horsewhip, is a species of plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is distributed throughout the tropical world. It can be found in many places growing as an introduced species and a common weed.
Chaff-flower Care
Achyranthes Aspera
What is the plant
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Humidity
High
Lighting
Part Sun
Temperature
18°C - 30°C
Hardiness zone
9 - 10
Difficulty
Easy
Toxicity
Poisonous
How to Care for the Plant
Water
From spring through fall, water thoroughly and wait for the soil to dry out before watering again.
Pruning
Cut back flowering perennials after each flush of bloom.
Sunlight
Sun/Part Shade.
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Soil
A soil composed of peat moss, loam, or sand, or any soil mixture with good drainage can be used. The soil should not be overly fertile.
Temperature
Provide good air circulation, with temperatures between 65 (18 °C) to 75 F (23 °C) and nighttime temperatures between 50 t(10°C) to 60 F (15 °C).
Popularity
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