hei shuo

Also known as

Alectra barbata, Alectra communis, Alectra congolensis, Alectra cordata, Alectra ibityensis, Alectra moeroensis, Alectra rupestris, Alectra senegalensis, Alectra senegalensis minima, Alectra senegalensis pallescens, Alectra sessiliflora barbata, Alectra sessiliflora sessiliflora, Bartsia scabra, Hymenospermum dentatum, Melasma arvense, Melasma barbatum, Melasma commune, Melasma cordatum, Melasma dentatum, Nigrina melampyrodes, Nigrina sessiflora, Nigrina sessiliflora, Rhinanthus scaber and Starbia madagascariensis

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Alectra sessiliflora

Genus

Alectra

Family

Orobanchaceae

Order

Lamiales

How to care for hei shuo

💦 Water

How often to water your hei shuo

hei shuo 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 hei shuo in your home

hei shuo may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, 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 hei shuo in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize hei shuo

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

💡 FAQs

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
hei shuo can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 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.