Caralluma Melanacantha
Taxonomy
Orbea melanantha
Orbea
Apocynaceae
Gentianales
How to care for Caralluma Melanacantha
Water
How often to water your Caralluma Melanacantha
every 9
Caralluma Melanacantha needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Miami, Florida.
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
Light
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.
Miami, Florida
51% Low
Growing Caralluma Melanacantha in Miami right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium š
February 6th, 2023
Sunlight energy as measured by ānet radiationā in Miami is currently medium š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiningā¦
Sunlight will increase by 20.5% āļø
February 2nd, 2023
Miami is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Miami is expected to increase by 20.5% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 13.0 megajoules of energy per m2 per dā¦
Finding light for Caralluma Melanacantha in your home
a window
Caralluma Melanacantha love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Miami, Florida ā .
Caralluma Melanacantha does not tolerate low-light š«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Caralluma Melanacantha
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 Caralluma Melanacantha after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Caralluma Melanacantha 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
Caralluma Melanacantha requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. 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.
Care Summary for Caralluma Melanacantha
Caralluma Melanacantha
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Miami, Florida, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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