Pinguicula ehlersiae
Taxonomy
Pinguicula ehlersiae
Pinguicula
Lentibulariaceae
Lamiales
How to care for Pinguicula ehlersiae
Water
How often to water your Pinguicula ehlersiae
every 7
Pinguicula ehlersiae needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesnāt 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
7
Light
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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 Pinguicula ehlersiae in your home
a window
Pinguicula ehlersiae love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Pinguicula ehlersiae does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Pinguicula ehlersiae in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Pinguicula ehlersiae
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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Pinguicula ehlersiae after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Pinguicula ehlersiae is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. 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
Pinguicula ehlersiae requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Pinguicula ehlersiae is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Care Summary for Pinguicula ehlersiae
Pinguicula ehlersiae
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 7 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
