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Tilo

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Dianthera pectoralis

Genus

Dianthera

Family

Acanthaceae

Order

Lamiales

How to care for Tilo

💦 Water

How often to water your Tilo

Tilo 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 Tilo in your home

Tilo love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Tilo does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Tilo

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

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Tilo 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.

Tilo Water Frequency →

Tilo Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Tilo 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 🏡.

Tilo Light Requirements →

Tilo 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.

Tilo Toxicity to Cats →

Tilo Toxicity to Dogs →

Tilo Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Tilo 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 Tilo →

When and How to Successfully Repot Tilo →

What Are Healthy Tilo Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Tilo 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 Tilo →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Tilo can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Tilo Temperature Tolerance →

Tilo Hardiness Zones →

🧐 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.