Poverty grass (Corema conradii)

Poverty grass

Poverty grass (Corema conradii) is a rare plant primarily found in open grasslands and sandplains. Although fire is an obvious threat to adult plants, it has shown to stimulate immense seed germination. The plant's Latin name (Corema conradii) is derived from the botanist who discovered it in the late 1700s, S. White Conrad.

Scientific classification

Species

Poverty grass (Corema conradii)

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Spring

Bloom Time

60 cm

Plant Height

1 mm to 1.5 mm

Flower Size

Purple, Red

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Poverty grass

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Poverty grass thrives in lean, sandy soils, demonstrating resilience and strong drought tolerance. Its modest watering needs of once every 2-3 weeks reflect its adaptation to low rainfall environments, making it suitable for outdoor settings with poor soil conditions.

Fertilize: For optimal care of poverty grass, use balanced fertilizers during active growth and high nitrogen early in the season. Apply biannually in spring and midsummer, following product guidelines. Monitor growth stages, apply evenly, and avoid overconcentration to protect roots, ensuring effective absorption by the plant.

Pruning: Poverty grass thrives with light pruning in early to late winter, promoting shape and denser foliage. Avoid heavy cuts due to slow recovery. This timing coincides with its dormant phase, minimizing stress and fostering robust growth in spring.

Propagation: Poverty grass is a hardy, evergreen shrub from the Ericaceae family, native to North American sandy plains. For propagation, use semi-hardwood cuttings from healthy plants, dipped in rooting hormone. Maintain high humidity and moderate temperatures, keeping them out of direct sunlight during rooting.

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