Pleroma heteromallum
Also known as
Tibouchina heteromalla
Taxonomy
Pleroma heteromallum
Pleroma
Melastomataceae
Myrtales

How to care for Pleroma heteromallum

How often to water your Pleroma heteromallum

every 9
Pleroma heteromallum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 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
9

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Finding light for None in your home

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

How to fertilize Pleroma heteromallum

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 Pleroma heteromallum after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Pleroma heteromallum 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!
Water Needs
Pleroma heteromallum 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
Pleroma heteromallum 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.
Growth Pattern
Pleroma heteromallum will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Pleroma heteromallum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Pleroma heteromallum
Pleroma heteromallum
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
