Plant Care Caladium White Wonder

Caladium White Wonder

Taxonomy

Caladium 'White Wonder'
Caladium
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Caladium White Wonder

💦 Water

How often to water your Caladium White Wonder

Water needs for Caladium White Wonder
0.5 cups
every 9

Caladium White Wonder 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.

Calculate water needs of Caladium White Wonder

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Caladium White Wonder in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Caladium White Wonder: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Caladium White Wonder 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 Caladium White Wonder in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Caladium White Wonder

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

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Caladium White Wonder 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.

Caladium White Wonder Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Caladium White Wonder may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 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 🏡.

Caladium White Wonder Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 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.

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💨 Humidity

Caladium White Wonder prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Caladium White Wonder Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Caladium White Wonder 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!

Best Soil Mix for Caladium White Wonder →

When and How to Successfully Repot Caladium White Wonder →


💩 Fertilizer

Caladium White Wonder should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Caladium White Wonder →


🌎 Native Region

Caladium White Wonder is native to South and Central America.


🧐 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.


Care Summary for Caladium White Wonder

Caladium White Wonder

Caladium White Wonder


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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