Commelina
Taxonomy
Commelina tuberosa
Commelina
Commelinaceae
Commelinales
How to care for Commelina
How often to water your Commelina
Commelina needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Commelina in your home
Commelina love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Commelina does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Commelina in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Commelina
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 Commelina after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Is he ready for soil? I’ve been watching for roots off the front little guy but then I noticed the roots in the background and was shocked, at what point do I transfer to soil?! #PropagationStation
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Do you agree with this plant being a Asiatic day flower? The app has always had a hard time identifying. It’s growing out of control, I just want to make sure I know what she really is! #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #NewGrowth #PlantAddict
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what is this plant? the plant identifier says it is a small leaf spiderwort but it doesn’t have the purple on the back of the leaves. any help is appreciated. 😺
Care Summary for Commelina
Commelina
Greg recommends:
0.5 cups every 9 days
< 1ft from a window
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.