Gynostemma pentaphyllum growth environment conditions and characteristics

Gynostemma pentaphyllum growth environment conditions and requirements

Gynostemma pentaphyllum is a plant that grows during the day and is mostly distributed in mountainous forests at high altitudes. Gynostemma pentaphyllum prefers a shady and humid environment, but is more sensitive to scorching light. It generally grows well in a warm and humid climate.

Gynostemma growth temperature

Gynostemma pentaphyllum likes a warm environment. Generally, the most suitable growth temperature is around 20 degrees. Gynostemma pentaphyllum has a certain degree of cold resistance and can generally withstand a low temperature environment of minus 10 degrees. The highest temperature it can withstand is 28 degrees.

Gynostemma growth humidity

Gynostemma pentaphyllum likes a humid environment, but is afraid of waterlogging. It has a greater demand for water and air humidity during its growth period. Therefore, in addition to watering it frequently, drainage measures must also be taken during the rainy season.

Gynostemma pentaphyllum growing soil

Gynostemma pentaphyllum is generally planted in a shaded environment. In most cases, it is more suitable for planting in loose, breathable and humus-rich sandy loam. In addition, it can grow normally in neutral, slightly acidic or slightly alkaline soil.

Gynostemma pentaphyllum growth cycle and process

Gynostemma pentaphyllum is a perennial herb. Its general growth cycle is divided into four small stages. April in spring is the leaf expansion period, May to November is the growing period of Gynostemma pentaphyllum, and it will mature in November and December in winter.