Life Span
Annual or Biennial
Perennial
Origin
Asia, Europe, North Africa, North America
Southeastern Asia, Melanesia, Micronesia
Types
Not Available
Jackfruit, Breadnut, Figs
Habitat
Shaded sites, Waste areas
Lowland evergreen rainforest, Riverine swamp forest
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
10-15
Habit
Clump-Forming
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
Pink, Magenta, Rose
Yellow green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Not Available
Yellow, Green, Yellow green, Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Light Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Red, Green, Dark Red
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
Light Green
Leaf Shape
Arrowhead
Irregular
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Very Fast
Fast
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Average
Average
Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Indeterminate
Tolerances
Not Available
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Not Available
Grafting, Rooted stem cutting, Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Keep ground moist, Requires regular watering
Average Water Needs, Never Over-water, occasional watering once established, Water daily during growing season, Water Deeply
In Summer
Average Water
Lots of watering
In Spring
Average Water
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Average
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves
Prune every year, Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Remove branches, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves, Remove dead or diseased plant parts
Fertilizers
Not Available
20-20-20 amount, All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Downy mildew, Pest Free, Powdery mildew
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Shade areas
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Not Available
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Fine
Coarse
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Attracts
Not Available
Birds, Not Available
Allergy
Not Available
allergic reaction
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
Not Used For Aesthetic Purpose
Beauty Benefits
Good for skin, Reduce Bruises, Skin irritation
Good for skin, Promotes Healthy Hair, Removes dandruff, Speed hair growth
Environmental Uses
Insect Repellent
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree, Wildlife
Medicinal Uses
Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Diuretic, Gallbladder Diseases, Haemorrhages, Inflammation, Kidney problems, Kidney Stones, Liver problems, Sore throat, Strengthen gums, Swelling, Ulcers
Cancer, cholesterol-lowering, Heart problems, High cholestrol, Immunity, Skin Disorders, Weight loss
Part of Plant Used
Leaves, Root, Whole plant
Fruits
Other Uses
Can be made into a herbal tea, repels rabbits, deers and mosquitos, Used as a nutritious food item
Used As Food, Used for its medicinal properties
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Bedding Plant, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Edible, Feature Plant, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees, Tropical
Botanical Name
GERANIUM robertianum
ARTOCARPUS altilis
Common Name
Death-Comes-Quickly, Herb Robert, Dove's Foot, Crow's Foot, Storksbill, Red Robin
Breadfruit
In Hindi
जड़ी बूटी रॉबर्ट
Breadfruit Tree
In German
Kraut Robert
Brotfruchtbaum
In French
herbe à Robert
Breadfruit Arbre
In Spanish
hierba de San Roberto
árbol del pan
In Greek
βότανο Robert
αρτόδεντρο Δέντρο
In Portuguese
erva robert
Árvore de fruta-pão
In Polish
herb robert
Breadfruit drzewo
In Latin
Robertus herba
Arum
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Geraniales
Urticales
Family
Geraniaceae
Moraceae
Genus
Geranium
Artocarpus
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Tribe
Not Available
Artocarpeae
Subfamily
Not Available
Not Available
Number of Species
Not Available
Season and Care of Herb Robert and Breadfruit
Season and care of Herb Robert and Breadfruit is important to know. While considering everything about Herb Robert and Breadfruit Care, growing season is an essential factor. Herb Robert season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Breadfruit season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Herb Robert is Loam, Sand and for Breadfruit is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Herb Robert is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Breadfruit is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Herb Robert and Breadfruit Physical Information
Herb Robert and Breadfruit physical information is very important for comparison. Herb Robert height is 25.40 cm and width 30.50 cm whereas Breadfruit height is 2,600.00 cm and width 600.00 cm. The color specification of Herb Robert and Breadfruit are as follows:
Herb Robert flower color: Pink, Magenta and Rose
Herb Robert leaf color: Green and Light Green
Breadfruit flower color: Yellow green
- Breadfruit leaf color: Dark Green
Care of Herb Robert and Breadfruit
Care of Herb Robert and Breadfruit include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Herb Robert pruning is done Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead leaves and Breadfruit pruning is done Prune every year, Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Remove branches, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves and Remove dead or diseased plant parts. In summer Herb Robert needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Breadfruit needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.