How to grow and care for Gossypium herbaceum L.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Gossypium herbaceum L., Syrian Cotton, Wild Cotton, Arabian cotton, Short-staple cotton
Gossypium herbaceum L. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Gossypium herbaceum L.
How often should I water?
check Gossypium herbaceum L. Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Gossypium herbaceum L. need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Gossypium herbaceum L. likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Gossypium herbaceum L. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Gossypium herbaceum L. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Gossypium herbaceum L. is a member of Malvaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial, Annual |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Gossypium |
| Species | Gossypium herbaceum |
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