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About Egyptian Starcluster
Pentas can be grown as an herbaceous perennial in Zones 10 and 11 and as an annual in less temperate zones. It can be planted as a hedge or border plant. Hummingbirds are attracted to the red variety. Spider mites and aphids are insects that may affect Pentas and caterpillars may chew on the foliage.
Taxonomy
Pentas lanceolata
Pentas
Rubiaceae
Gentianales

How to care for Egyptian Starcluster

How often to water your Egyptian Starcluster

every 9
Egyptian Starcluster 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

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Egyptian Starcluster in your home

a window
Egyptian Starcluster love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Egyptian Starcluster does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Egyptian Starcluster in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Egyptian Starcluster

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 Egyptian Starcluster after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Egyptian Starcluster is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Egyptian Starcluster 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
Egyptian Starcluster 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
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.
Soil
Egyptian Starcluster 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
Egyptian Starcluster is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Egyptian Starcluster can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Egyptian Starcluster can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Egyptian Starcluster
Egyptian Starcluster
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
