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Mulberry Weed

About Mulberry Weed

Mulberryweed is an erect, branched summer annual, resembling a mulberry seedling. The stems and leaves are hairy, the leaves are roughly triangular in outline with toothed margins. The flowers are in feathery clusters in the leaf axils. The plants flower from late spring through early fall, then die after frost.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Fatoua villosa

Genus

Fatoua

Family

Moraceae

Order

Rosales

Also known as

Crabweed and Hairy crabweed

How to care for Mulberry Weed

💦 Water

How often to water your Mulberry Weed

Mulberry Weed needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Mulberry Weed in your home

Mulberry Weed may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Mulberry Weed in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Mulberry Weed

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Mulberry Weed: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Mulberry Weed after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Mulberry Weed is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Mulberry Weed →

Common Mulberry Weed Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Mulberry Weed prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Mulberry Weed Water Frequency →

Mulberry Weed Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Mulberry Weed may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Mulberry Weed Light Requirements →

Mulberry Weed Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Mulberry Weed is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Mulberry Weed Edible? →

Mulberry Weed Toxicity to Cats →

Mulberry Weed Toxicity to Dogs →

Mulberry Weed Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Mulberry Weed does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Mulberry Weed →

When and How to Successfully Repot Mulberry Weed →

What Are Healthy Mulberry Weed Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Mulberry Weed is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Mulberry Weed →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Mulberry Weed grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Mulberry Weed Lifecycle →

Mulberry Weed Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Mulberry Weed →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Mulberry Weed can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Mulberry Weed Temperature Tolerance →

Mulberry Weed Hardiness Zones →

Is Mulberry Weed a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Mulberry Weed can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Mulberry Weed →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Mulberry Weed, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.