California Shieldpod
Also known as
California spectaclepod and spectaclepod
Taxonomy
Dithyrea californica
Dithyrea
Brassicaceae
Brassicales
How to care for California Shieldpod
Water
How often to water your California Shieldpod
every 9
California Shieldpod needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Raleigh, 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
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.
Raleigh, North Carolina
36% Low
Growing California Shieldpod in Raleigh right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
January 28th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Raleigh is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiniā¦
Sunlight will increase by 30% āļø
January 29th, 2023
Raleigh is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Raleigh is expected to increase by 30% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.4 megajoules of energy per m2 perā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours š
January 29th, 2023
This month, Raleigh is getting an average of 7.0 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 8.9% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.6 total hours of daylā¦
Finding light for California Shieldpod in your home
a window
California Shieldpod 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 Raleigh, North Carolina ā .
Nutrients
How to fertilize California Shieldpod
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 California Shieldpod after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
California Shieldpod 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.
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.
Growth Pattern
California Shieldpod grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for California Shieldpod
California Shieldpod
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Raleigh, North Carolina, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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