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Pigeon Berry

Also known as

Golden Dewdrop, Golden Dewdrop, Pigeon berry, Skyflower, Xcambocoché, Mavaetangi, Cuban Gold, Durantas repens and duranta repens

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Duranta erecta

Genus

Duranta

Family

Verbenaceae

Order

Lamiales

How to care for Pigeon Berry

💦 Water

How often to water your Pigeon Berry

Pigeon Berry 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 Golden Dewdrop in your home

Pigeon Berry love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Pigeon Berry does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Pigeon Berry

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

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Pigeon Berry 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 Golden Dewdrop →

Common Golden Dewdrop Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Pigeon Berry 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.

Golden Dewdrop Water Frequency →

Golden Dewdrop Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Pigeon Berry 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 🏡.

Golden Dewdrop Light Requirements →

Golden Dewdrop Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Pigeon Berry 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. Pigeon Berry is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Pigeon Berry grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Golden Dewdrop Lifecycle →

Golden Dewdrop Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Golden Dewdrop →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

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

Golden Dewdrop Temperature Tolerance →

Golden Dewdrop Hardiness Zones →

Is Golden Dewdrop a Weed? →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Pigeon Berry, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 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.