Nakedstem paramollugo Plant Care

Nakedstem paramollugo (Paramollugo nudicaulis) belongs to the Molluginaceae family within the Paramollugo genus. Nakedstem paramollugo is native to Madagascar and surrounding islands, it has become widely dispersed as a weed across tropical Africa, southern Arabia, and South and Southeast Asia. Nakedstem paramollugo is also known as Smooth-stemmed paramollugo.

Nakedstem paramollugo displays a low mat-forming groundcover growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Nakedstem paramollugo produces small white or pink flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 1 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Nakedstem paramollugo every 4–7 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Nakedstem paramollugo thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Paramollugo nudicaulis tolerates temperatures of 60–80°F. Nakedstem paramollugo prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining sandy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Nakedstem paramollugo to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Nakedstem paramollugo every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Nakedstem paramollugo is suited to USDA Zone 10b – 12b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Nakedstem paramollugo can spread to about 1 ft (0.3 m) and reach about 1 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 1 ft (0.3 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Nakedstem paramollugo while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Nakedstem paramollugo is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 10). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Nakedstem paramollugo can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Nakedstem paramollugo is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Nakedstem paramollugo grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Nakedstem paramollugo is native to Madagascar and surrounding islands, it has become widely dispersed as a weed across tropical Africa, southern Arabia, and South and Southeast Asia. In cooler regions, grow Nakedstem paramollugo as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.