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Description
Takhtajaniantha Pusilla is a rare and unique plant species that belongs to the family Melastomataceae. It is a small herbaceous plant that is native to the mountainous regions of Vietnam. The plant has an interesting growth habit that makes it stand out from other plants.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Eudicots |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Genus | Takhtajaniantha |
Appearance
Takhtajaniantha Pusilla is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 10cm in height. The leaves are small, oval-shaped, and have a dark green color. The flowers are small and pink or purple in color. The plant has a unique growth habit where it grows in clumps and forms a dense mat-like structure.
Care Guide
Water: Takhtajaniantha Pusilla prefers to be kept moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant thoroughly when the top inch of the soil is dry.
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Soil: Use well-draining, organic-rich soil.
Sunlight: This plant prefers partial shade, but it can also tolerate full sun.
Hardiness Zones: Takhtajaniantha Pusilla is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Takhtajaniantha Pusilla is not known to have any serious pest or disease problems. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. To prevent this, make sure the soil is well-draining and do not water the plant too frequently.
Habitat
Takhtajaniantha Pusilla is native to the mountainous regions of Vietnam. It grows in moist, shaded areas with well-draining soil.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Takhtajaniantha Pusilla a rare plant?
A: Yes, Takhtajaniantha Pusilla is a rare plant species.
Q: What is the unique growth habit of Takhtajaniantha Pusilla?
A: Takhtajaniantha Pusilla grows in clumps and forms a dense mat-like structure.
Q: What is the ideal growing condition for Takhtajaniantha Pusilla?
A: Takhtajaniantha Pusilla prefers partial shade, well-draining soil, and regular watering.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Takhtajaniantha Pusilla?
A: Takhtajaniantha Pusilla is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
- Medinilla cummingii
- Medinilla magnifica
- Medinilla speciosa
References
- “Takhtajaniantha pusilla.” The Plant List. Accessed September 22, 2021. https://www.theplantlist.org/tpl/record/kew-2518969.
- “Takhtajaniantha pusilla.” World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. Accessed September 22, 2021. http://wcsp.science.kew.org/namedetail.do?name_id=2518969.
- “Takhtajaniantha pusilla.” Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Accessed September 22, 2021. https://www.rbge.org.uk/plants/13098/takhtajaniantha-pusilla.
