Dischidia bengalensis variegata
Taxonomy
Dischidia 'Emerald'
Dischidia
Apocynaceae
Gentianales

How to care for Dischidia bengalensis variegata

How often to water your Dischidia bengalensis variegata

every 9
Dischidia bengalensis variegata needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât 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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Finding light for Dischidia bengalensis variegata in your home

a window
Dischidia bengalensis variegata love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Dischidia bengalensis variegata does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dischidia bengalensis variegata in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Dischidia bengalensis variegata

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 itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Dischidia bengalensis variegata after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Dischidia bengalensis variegata 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
Dischidia bengalensis variegata requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs 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.
Humidity
Dischidia bengalensis variegata doesnât 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
Dischidia bengalensis variegata is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnât retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Dischidia bengalensis variegata grows very slowly and doesnât require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantâs potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Dischidia bengalensis variegata is native to India and China.
Care Summary for Dischidia bengalensis variegata
Dischidia bengalensis variegata
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
