
Dry Green Tamarak
Also known as
Albuca angustibracteata, Albuca longibracteata, Albuca virens robusta, Albuca virens sordida, Ornithogalum aciphyllum, Ornithogalum acuminatum, Ornithogalum albovirens, Ornithogalum bosniacum, Ornithogalum breviscapum, Ornithogalum cepifolium, Ornithogalum chloranthum, Ornithogalum ecklonii, Ornithogalum flavovirens, Ornithogalum galpinii, Ornithogalum inconspicuum, Ornithogalum longivaginatum, Ornithogalum otavense, Ornithogalum pretoriense, Ornithogalum saltmarshei, Ornithogalum sordidum, Ornithogalum subspicatum, Ornithogalum tenuifolium, Ornithogalum tenuifolium robustum, Ornithogalum tenuifolium sordidum, Ornithogalum umgenense, Ornithogalum virens, Ornithogalum viriduliflorum, Stellarioides aciphylla, Stellarioides acuminata, Stellarioides albovirens, Stellarioides bakeri, Stellarioides cepifolium, Stellarioides ecklonii, Stellarioides flavovirens, Stellarioides inconspicua, Stellarioides longivaginata, Stellarioides otavensis, Stellarioides pretoriensis, Stellarioides robusta, Stellarioides saltmarshei, Stellarioides sordida, Stellarioides subspicata, Stellarioides tenuifolia, Stellarioides umgenensis, Stellarioides viriduliflora, Urginea bakeri, Urginea bequaertii, Urginea cepifolia, Urginea flavovirens and Urginea tayloriana
Taxonomy
Albuca virens
Albuca
Asparagaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Dry Green Tamarak

How often to water your Dry Green Tamarak

every 12
Dry Green Tamarak needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt 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
12

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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Dry Green Tamarak in your home

a window
Dry Green Tamarak may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, 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 Dry Green Tamarak in your home š”.

How to fertilize Dry Green Tamarak

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Dry Green Tamarak after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Dry Green Tamarak thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Dry Green Tamarak may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š 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 š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Dry Green Tamarak doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Dry Green Tamarak 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!
Fertilizer
Dry Green Tamarak 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.
Native Region
Dry Green Tamarak is native to South and Eastern Africa.
Care Summary for Dry Green Tamarak
Dry Green Tamarak
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
