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About Chain Plant
Chain Plant is a relatively rare houseplant šæ that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ā and should be less than 3 feet from a window.
Chain Plant likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Taxonomy
Callisia navicularis
Callisia
Commelinaceae
Commelinales
Also known as
Striped Inch Plant, Window's Tears and Tradescantia navicularis

How to care for Chain Plant

How often to water your Chain Plant

every 9
Chain Plant needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Charlotte, North Carolina
37% Low

Growing Chain Plant in Charlotte right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
February 4th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Charlotte is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiā¦
Sunlight will increase by 34.6% āļø
February 6th, 2023
Charlotte is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Charlotte is expected to increase by 34.6% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.9 megajoules of energy per ā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours š
February 2nd, 2023
This month, Charlotte is getting an average of 6.7 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 9.7% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.8 total hours of daā¦
Finding light for Chain Plant in your home

a window
Chain Plant may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Charlotte, North Carolina ā .

How to fertilize Chain Plant

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 Chain Plant after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Chain Plant
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
February 5th, 2023
The growing potential in Charlotte is low š.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repā¦

Chain 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.
Sunlight Needs
Chain Plant 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
Chain Plant 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
Chain Plant 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
Chain Plant 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 itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Chain Plant is native to Southern United States to South America.
Flowers
Chain Plant produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.
Care Summary for Chain Plant
Chain Plant
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

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