Glochidion zeylanicum

Also known as

Agyneia flexuosa, Agyneia hirsuta, Agyneia obliqua, Bradleia hirsuta, Bradleia mollis, Bradleia nitida, Bradleia obliqua, Bradleia timoriensis, Bradleja hirsuta, Bradleja zeylanica, Diasperus arnottianus, Diasperus brunneus, Diasperus hirsutus, Diasperus hongkongensis, Diasperus nitidus, Diasperus obliquus, Diasperus perakensis, Diasperus sclerophyllus, Diasperus silheticus, Diasperus teysmannii, Glochidion arnottianum, Glochidion bancanum, Glochidion brunneum, Glochidion brunneum andamanicum, Glochidion canaranum, Glochidion dasyphyllum, Glochidion dasyphyllum iriomatense, Glochidion ferdinandii supra-axillare, Glochidion ferdinandi supra-axillaris, Glochidion glaberrimum, Glochidion hirsutum, Glochidion hongkongense, Glochidion hongkongense puberulum, Glochidion lanceolatum liukiuense, Glochidion littorale, Glochidion liukiuense, Glochidion mishmiense, Glochidion molle, Glochidion nitidum, Glochidion obliquum, Glochidion pedunculatum, Glochidion perakense, Glochidion perakense supra-axillare, Glochidion sclerophyllum, Glochidion silheticum, Glochidion sphaerostigmum, Glochidion sumatranum, Glochidion supra-axillare, Glochidion tomentosum talbotii, Glochidion zeylanicum arunachalense, Glochidion zeylanicum malayanum, Glochidion zeylanicum nitidum, Glochidion zeylanicum talbotii, Glochidion zeylanicum tomentosum, Phyllanthus arnottianus, Phyllanthus canaranus, Phyllanthus ferdinandii supra-axillaris, Phyllanthus hirsutus, Phyllanthus hongkongensis, Phyllanthus nitidus, Phyllanthus obliquus, Phyllanthus silheticus, Phyllanthus teysmannii and Phyllanthus zeylanicus

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Glochidion zeylanicum

Genus

Glochidion

Family

Phyllanthaceae

Order

Malpighiales

How to care for Glochidion zeylanicum

💦 Water

How often to water your Glochidion zeylanicum

Glochidion zeylanicum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 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
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for None in your home

Glochidion zeylanicum may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

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🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Glochidion zeylanicum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Glochidion zeylanicum: 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 Glochidion zeylanicum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Glochidion zeylanicum is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Glochidion zeylanicum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-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.