Celosia plumosa

Plumed Cockscomb

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Vibrant annual with feather-like flower plumes in red, orange, and yellow. A heat-loving plant native to tropical regions, prized for its ornamental value.
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Plant Details

Common Name Plumed Cockscomb
Family Amaranthaceae
Genus Celosia
Species Plumosa
Variety Common
Origin Tropical Americas / India
Blooming Vigorous flowering from summer to autumn frost
Leaf Color Green to yellow-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam with good organic matter; avoid waterlogging

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Watering

Keep soil moist but not soggy during establishment; drought tolerant once mature

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for vibrant color and compact growth; tolerates partial shade in extreme heat

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during active growing season

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Pruning

Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and prevent self-seeding

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
15000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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