Plant Care Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus

Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus

Taxonomy

Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus
Gonocarpus
Haloragaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus

💦 Water

How often to water your Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus

Water needs for Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus
0.5 cups
every 9

Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus 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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus 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.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus: 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 Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus 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 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.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 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.


Care Summary for Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus

Gonocarpus chinensis subsp. verrucosus


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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