Nicandra john-tyleriana

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Nicandra john-tyleriana

Genus

Nicandra

Family

Solanaceae

Order

Solanales

How to care for Nicandra john-tyleriana

💦 Water

How often to water your Nicandra john-tyleriana

Nicandra john-tyleriana 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 Nicandra john-tyleriana in your home

Nicandra john-tyleriana love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Nicandra john-tyleriana does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Nicandra john-tyleriana in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Nicandra john-tyleriana

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

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Nicandra john-tyleriana 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.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Nicandra john-tyleriana 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Nicandra john-tyleriana is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Nicandra john-tyleriana is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Nicandra john-tyleriana 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!

💩 Fertilizer

Nicandra john-tyleriana 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!

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Nicandra john-tyleriana can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. 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.