Plant profile
Manihot populifolia
Manihot populifolia Pax
Manihot populifolia is an outdoor plant with large, lobed leaves, grown in well-drained soils.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Subshrub life form: typical of many aromatic plants.
- Climate
- Prefers the logic of dry climates: minimal water retention.
- Origin / area
- In its natural state, it is primarily linked to: SC. Bolivia to Paraguay.
Recommended products for Manihot populifolia
Basic care
- Watering
- Check the mix with a finger before every watering.
- Light
- Handles strong sun if watering and drainage keep up.
- Temperature
- Steady warmth without scorching the leaves.
- Humidity
- No humidifier required, but a little freshness helps.
Pet toxicity
With pets at home, place it high up or in a closed room.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15363128) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (3060708) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (152500-2) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000235671) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).