Hollyleaf Buckthorn
About Hollyleaf Buckthorn
Hollyleaf Buckthorn is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that
Taxonomy
Endotropis crocea
Endotropis
Rhamnaceae
Rosales
Also known as
Hollyleaf buckthorn, Spiny redberry and Redberry
How to care for Hollyleaf Buckthorn
Water
How often to water your Hollyleaf Buckthorn
every 9
Hollyleaf Buckthorn 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
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 Hollyleaf Buckthorn in your home
a window
Hollyleaf Buckthorn may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
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Nutrients
How to fertilize Hollyleaf Buckthorn
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 Hollyleaf Buckthorn after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
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.
Growth Pattern
Hollyleaf Buckthorn 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.
Care Summary for Hollyleaf Buckthorn
Hollyleaf Buckthorn
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
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