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Cat's tail (Acalypha Herzogiana)
Acalypha Herzogiana
Rs 1,000
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Cat’s tail is a versatile deciduous shrub that produces abundant red blooms during spring, summer. It reaches a compact size of 1 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Red
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- No
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Rahim Yar Khan, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Cat’s tail (Acalypha Herzogiana) is a distinguished deciduous shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its red flowers that appear in spring, summer, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 1 ft at maturity, making it a compact option for smaller gardens and containers.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Acalypha Herzogiana
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 1 ft
- Flower Colour: Red
- Bloom Season: Spring, Summer
- Foliage: Deciduous (Green)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Propagation: Softwood Cuttings
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: No, keep away from pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Cat’s tail
Easily propagated from softwood cuttings that root readily in warm conditions.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant thrives in the warm regions of Sindh and southern Punjab. It is not recommended for the cooler northern highlands such as Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta, or Gilgit, where winter frost can cause serious damage.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Cat’s tail?
Cat’s tail is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Cat’s tail online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Cat’s tail be harmful to household pets?
Cat’s tail is toxic if ingested and should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. If you have curious pets or toddlers, place it in an area they cannot access, or choose a pet-safe alternative.
How much water does Cat’s tail need during Pakistani summers?
Cat’s tail needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
When and how should I prune Cat’s tail?
Light pruning of Cat’s tail after the blooming season helps maintain shape and encourages fresh growth. Since it blooms in spring, summer, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
How long does the flowering season of Cat’s tail last?
Cat’s tail blooms in spring and summer, producing red flowers. In Pakistan’s climate, expect the longest bloom period from March through September, with peak flowering during the warmer months.
Does Cat’s tail need direct sunlight?
Cat’s tail grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
