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Mickey Mouse Plant

Also known as

small-leaved plane, carnival ochna, bird's eye bush, Mickey mouse plant and Mickey Mouse bush

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Ochna serrulata

Genus

Ochna

Family

Ochnaceae

Order

Malpighiales

How to care for Mickey Mouse Plant

💦 Water

How often to water your Mickey Mouse Plant

Mickey Mouse Plant 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 Mickey Mouse Plant in your home

Mickey Mouse Plant love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Mickey Mouse Plant does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Mickey Mouse Plant in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Mickey Mouse Plant

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

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Mickey Mouse Plant is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Mickey Mouse Plant →

Common Mickey Mouse Plant Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Mickey Mouse Plant 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.

Mickey Mouse Plant Water Frequency →

Mickey Mouse Plant Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Mickey Mouse Plant 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 🏡.

Mickey Mouse Plant Light Requirements →

Mickey Mouse Plant Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Mickey Mouse Plant 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. Mickey Mouse Plant is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Mickey Mouse Plant will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Mickey Mouse Plant Lifecycle →

Mickey Mouse Plant Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Mickey Mouse Plant →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Mickey Mouse Plant can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Mickey Mouse Plant Temperature Tolerance →

Mickey Mouse Plant Hardiness Zones →

Is Mickey Mouse Plant a 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 Mickey Mouse Plant, 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.