Plant Care λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ

λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ

Also known as

Cheilotheca humilis glaberrimum, Cheilotheca humilis pubescens, Cheilotheca humilis tripetalum, Cheilotheca macrocarpa, Cheilotheca pubescens, Monotropanthum ampullaceum, Monotropastrum ampullaceum, Monotropastrum arisanarum, Monotropastrum baranovii, Monotropastrum clarkei, Monotropastrum globosum, Monotropastrum globosum baranovii, Monotropastrum globosum pentapetala, Monotropastrum globosum roseum, Monotropastrum globosum tripetala, Monotropastrum humile glaberrima, Monotropastrum humile glaberrimum, Monotropastrum humile humile, Monotropastrum humile roseum, Monotropastrum humile tripetalum, Monotropastrum lungchuanense, Monotropastrum lungschuanense, Monotropastrum macrocarpum, Monotropastrum pubescens, Monotropastrum pumilum, Monotropastrum tschanbaischanicum, Monotropastrum tschanbaischanicum baranovii, Monotropa uniflora pentadactyla, Monotropa uniflora pentapetala and Monotropa uniflora tripetala

Taxonomy

Monotropastrum humile
Monotropastrum
Ericaceae
Ericales

How to care for λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ

πŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ

Water needs for λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ
0.5 cups
every 9

λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ 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"
β˜€οΈ Light

Finding light for λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ in your home

Light needs and placement for plant λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves πŸ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 λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ in your home 🏑.

πŸͺ΄ Nutrients

How to fertilize λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ: 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 λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ after it doubles in size or once a yearβ€”whichever comes first.

πŸ’‘ FAQs
🐢 🐈 πŸ‘Ά Toxicity

λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ 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
λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. 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.


Care Summary for λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ

λ‚˜λ„μˆ˜μ •μ΄ˆ


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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