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Dr Seuss Tree

Also known as

Shaving Brush Tree, Shaving Brush Tree and Amapolla Tree

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Pseudobombax ellipticum

Genus

Pseudobombax

Family

Malvaceae

Order

Malvales

How to care for Dr Seuss Tree

💦 Water

How often to water your Dr Seuss Tree

Dr Seuss Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t 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
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Shaving Brush Tree in your home

Dr Seuss Tree love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Dr Seuss Tree does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dr Seuss Tree in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Dr Seuss Tree

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Dr Seuss Tree: repot after 2X growth

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 Dr Seuss Tree after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Big leaves browning off Anyone have insight into why these big leaves are browning off? There’s been no environment or watering change. The new small leaves have been that way for a while but the large are falling. There appear to be very fine spider/cobwebs on the fallen leaves

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Dr Seuss Tree is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

Dr Seuss Tree thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. 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

Dr Seuss Tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s 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.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Dr Seuss Tree will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Dr Seuss Tree can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.