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Asiatic Pennywort

Also known as

Centella, Centella, Gotu kola, Indian pennywort, Asiatic pennywort and Mandookparni

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Centella asiatica

Genus

Centella

Family

Apiaceae

Order

Apiales

How to care for Asiatic Pennywort

💦 Water

How often to water your Asiatic Pennywort

Asiatic Pennywort 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 Centella in your home

Asiatic Pennywort love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Asiatic Pennywort does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Asiatic Pennywort

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

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Asiatic Pennywort 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.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Asiatic Pennywort 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 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
Asiatic Pennywort can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. 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.