How much sunlight does my Arsenic Bean need?

Arsenic Bean 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 🏡.

What type of soil should I use for my Arsenic Bean?

Arsenic Bean 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!

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Arsenic Bean

Q: How often should I water my Arsenic Bean?

Arsenic Bean 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.

Q: Is Arsenic Bean toxic to cats, dogs, or children?

Arsenic Bean is not safe to consume . 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

About Arsenic Bean

Arsenic Bean is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Arsenic Bean likes soil that is well draining.

Arsenic Bean belongs to the Senna genus, and is native to Tropical and Subtropical America.

⚠️ Arsenic Bean is not safe to consume. 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Senna occidentalis

Genus

Senna

Family

Fabaceae

Order

Fabales

Also known as

Coffee Senna

How to care for Arsenic Bean

Water

How often to water your Arsenic Bean

Arsenic Bean needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Houston, Texas.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.