Chrysanthemum Castilho

Castilho Chrysanthemum

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Ornamental perennial with daisy-like blooms; often cultivated for cut flowers or medicinal use in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Castilho Chrysanthemum
Family Asteraceae
Genus Chrysanthemum
Species Indicum / Multiflorum
Variety Castilho
Origin Asia / Europe
Blooming Late summer to late autumn, depending on photoperiod
Leaf Color Dark green to grey-green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-drained loamy soil with organic matter; pH 6.0-7.0

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Watering

Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged; reduce during dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for flowering; tolerate partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during growth; high potassium before blooming

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Pruning

Pinch back growing tips early season to encourage bushiness; remove spent flowers

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip 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 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
46° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 4000
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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Common Problems

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