Dioon edule
About Dioon edule
Dioon edule is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Dioon edule belongs to the Dioon genus, and is native to Mexico.
⚠️ Dioon edule is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Taxonomy
Dioon edule
Dioon
Zamiaceae
Cycadales
How to care for Dioon edule
How often to water your Dioon edule
every 9
Dioon edule 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for None in your home
a window
Dioon edule love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Dioon edule does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dioon edule in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Dioon edule
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 Dioon edule after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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#CitrusGrandPrix in 100 years, these will be amazing! Planted: 7/8/2021
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Care Summary for Dioon edule
Dioon edule
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.