Plant Care Gonocarpus longifolius

Gonocarpus longifolius

Taxonomy

Gonocarpus longifolius
Gonocarpus
Haloragaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Gonocarpus longifolius

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Gonocarpus longifolius

Water needs for Gonocarpus longifolius
0.5 cups
every 9

Gonocarpus longifolius needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnā€™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"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Gonocarpus longifolius in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Gonocarpus longifolius: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Gonocarpus longifolius may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves šŸƒ, 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 longifolius in your home šŸ”.

šŸŖ“ Nutrients

How to fertilize Gonocarpus longifolius

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Gonocarpus longifolius: 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 itā€™s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Gonocarpus longifolius after it doubles in size or once a yearā€”whichever comes first.

šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Gonocarpus longifolius 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.


šŸ¶ šŸˆ šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantā€™s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itā€™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 atĀ US (888) 426-4435.


šŸŒ¦ļø Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Gonocarpus longifolius can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.


šŸ‚ Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves arenā€™t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plantā€™s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, itā€™s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Gonocarpus longifolius, 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!


šŸ§ 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 longifolius

Gonocarpus longifolius


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesnā€™t get direct sunlight.

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