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Herbst's Bloodleaf

4.2 out of 5 (13 experiences)

Fast grower

Survivor

Also known as

Coracoa-Magoado, Beefsteak, Chicken Gizzard, Joseph's Coat and Yellow Bloodleaf

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Iresine diffusa

Genus

Iresine

Family

Amaranthaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Herbst's Bloodleaf

💦 Water

How often to water your Herbst's Bloodleaf

Herbst's Bloodleaf 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?

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Herbst's Bloodleaf in your home

Herbst's Bloodleaf love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Herbst's Bloodleaf does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Herbst's Bloodleaf in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Herbst's Bloodleaf

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Herbst's Bloodleaf: 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 Herbst's Bloodleaf after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Herbst's Bloodleaf is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Herbst's Bloodleaf →

Common Herbst's Bloodleaf Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Herbst's Bloodleaf 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.

Herbst's Bloodleaf Water Frequency →

Herbst's Bloodleaf Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Herbst's Bloodleaf 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 🏡.

Herbst's Bloodleaf Light Requirements →

Herbst's Bloodleaf Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 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.

Herbst's Bloodleaf Toxicity to Cats →

Herbst's Bloodleaf Toxicity to Dogs →

Herbst's Bloodleaf Toxicity to Humans →

💨 Humidity

Herbst's Bloodleaf doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Herbst's Bloodleaf Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Herbst's Bloodleaf does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Herbst's Bloodleaf →

When and How to Successfully Repot Herbst's Bloodleaf →

What Are Healthy Herbst's Bloodleaf Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Herbst's Bloodleaf should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Herbst's Bloodleaf →

🌎 Native Region

Herbst's Bloodleaf is native to Tropical Americas.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Herbst's Bloodleaf grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Herbst's Bloodleaf Lifecycle →

Herbst's Bloodleaf Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Herbst's Bloodleaf →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Herbst's Bloodleaf can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Herbst's Bloodleaf Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

Herbst's Bloodleaf can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

How to Propagate Herbst's Bloodleaf →

🧐 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.

Common Bugs Affecting Herbst's Bloodleaf →

What Eats Herbst's Bloodleaf? →

Care Summary for Herbst's Bloodleaf

Herbst's Bloodleaf

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft 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.

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 10

Survivor 6

Easy to propagate 4

Large, lush leaves 2

Browns easily 2

@@theblairbitchproject

5 Plants

69 XP

Superior, CO

08/16/2021

Needs a bit more watering than expected; leaves and stems will wilt significantly. (Kept as indoor plant in fairy garden!)

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Herbst's Bloodleaf plant photo by @theblairbitchproject named Gizzy! on Greg, the plant care app.

@Michael

5 Plants

79 XP

07/06/2021

Very hard to keep healthy and a challenge to do so.

Herbst's Bloodleaf plant photo by Michael named Texas White Sage plant on Greg, the plant care app.

@Cheryl

7 Plants

122 XP

Fort Collins, CO

06/29/2021

This plant has to have at least 6 hours of direct sun to keep it’s bright red leaves. Other then that it’s easy to care for.

Fast grower

Herbst's Bloodleaf plant photo by Cheryl named Bright Bloodleaf Plant Iresine Herbstii on Greg, the plant care app.

@@emilyen

16 Plants

413 XP

Willington, CT

05/16/2021

it can get a little stringy but super easy to snip off parts and propagate in water with some direct sun and make it full again. I often forget to water it for well over a week, it looks dead, and then with a heavy watering, you can watch it rise back to life.

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Survivor

Herbst's Bloodleaf plant photo by @emilyen named Marley on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Cjsplanties

22 Plants

842 XP

04/30/2021

This plant is never happy. It’s leaves are always browning and it cannot choose if it was more or less sun. Overall hard to manage. Doesn’t ‘die’ just browns really easily.

Browns easily