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Centella

Centella are perennial flowering plants, many of which are endemic to the Fynbos region of South Africa. Their leaves form a rosette around the creeping stem, while their small flowers are arranged in a characteristic "umbrella". Centella are slightly succulent and have a creeping growth form.

Scientific classification

Genus

Centella (Centella)

Family

Umbellifers

Order

Carrots, ivies and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Evergreen

Leaf type

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Species

Asiatic pennywort Centella Erect centella Centella triloba Centella lanata Centella difformis Centella glabrata

Care Guide for Centella

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix, Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Centella thrives in humid environments, efficiently retaining moisture. It prefers consistent hydration with optimal weekly watering, though it can endure brief dry spells. Ideal for indoor settings, centella flourishes in well-lit bathrooms that provide stable humidity and ambient moisture.

Propagation: Propagation of centella involves seed sowing, stem cuttings, or division. Key factors for growth include bright, indirect sunlight, warm temperatures, and well-draining, moist soil. Techniques like scarification for seeds and rooting hormone for cuttings enhance success. For cuttings, use a 4-inch stem and maintain humidity.

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