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Huernia macrocarpa

Also known as

Carrion Flower

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Huernia macrocarpa

Genus

Huernia

Family

Apocynaceae

Order

Gentianales

How to care for Huernia macrocarpa

💦 Water

How often to water your Huernia macrocarpa

Huernia macrocarpa 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

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Huernia macrocarpa in your home

Huernia macrocarpa love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Huernia macrocarpa does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Huernia macrocarpa

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Huernia macrocarpa: 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 Huernia macrocarpa after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Huernia macrocarpa 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Huernia macrocarpa requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Huernia macrocarpa 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.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Huernia macrocarpa can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🧐 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.