Botanico

Plant profile

Exacum tetragonum

Exacum tetragonum Roxb.

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Exacum tetragonum is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, characterized by its square leaves and small flowers. It requires moderate care and a bright environment.

From Wikipedia

Exacum tetragonum, the bicolor Persian violet, is a species of plant in the family Gentianaceae. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist grassy forests, and it blooms in late monsoon. The plant likely is pollinated mainly by butterflies and other insects.

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Open-data facts

Life form
annual
Climate
Originates in tropics with contrasting wet and dry seasons.
Origin / area
Geographical area of origin: S. China to Trop. Asia and N. Australia.

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    Ecological interactions

    • Is a host for:

      Coleosporium exaci

    Basic care

    Watering
    Medium frequency; adjust for heat and pot size.
    Light
    Place in a bright spot with a curtain or beside the window.
    Temperature
    Comfortable indoor temperatures, without extremes.
    Humidity
    Neither desert-dry nor a constantly steamy bath.

    Pet toxicity

    Not a safe plant for animals to nibble on leaves or stems.

    Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).

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