lemmon verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
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Plant Details & Care
Growth Category
Fast
Temperature Range
18–28°C °C
Light Requirement
Full sun
Agro Ecology
Mediterranean, subtropical
Watering Frequency
Moderate, allow top soil to dry
Moderate, allow top soil to dry
Region
South America
Behavior
.Aromatic leaves, deciduous in cool climates.
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Treatment
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PestsWhiteflies, spider mites
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DiseasesRoot rot
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TreatmentPrune to encourage bushiness.
Use insecticidal soap.
✅ Do:
Grow in the sunniest spot.
Prune often to prevent legginess.
Bring indoors if winters are cold.
❌ Don’t:
Overwater.
Plant in heavy, clay soils.
Neglect pruning (it gets woody).