
California Shieldpod
Also known as
California spectaclepod and spectaclepod
Taxonomy
Dithyrea californica
Dithyrea
Brassicaceae
Brassicales

How to care for California Shieldpod

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 Tallahassee, 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

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.
Tallahassee, Florida
45% Low

Growing California Shieldpod in Tallahassee right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium š
January 26th, 2023
Sunlight energy as measured by ānet radiationā in Tallahassee is currently medium š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in deterā¦
Sunlight will increase by 20.1% āļø
January 25th, 2023
Tallahassee is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Tallahassee is expected to increase by 20.1% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 11.5 megajoules of energy ā¦
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 Tallahassee, Florida ā .

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.

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:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

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