Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon'

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Saururus chinensis 'Flaming Dragon'

Genus

Saururus

Family

Saururaceae

Order

Piperales

How to care for Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon'

💦 Water

How often to water your Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon'

Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

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Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' in your home

Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon': 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 Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' 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

Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' 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

Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' 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
Lizard's Tail 'Flaming Dragon' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 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.