Thevetia Peruviana
Also known as
Luckynut, Luckynut, Cascabela thevetia, Yellow oleander and Lucky nut
Taxonomy
Thevetia peruviana
Thevetia
Apocynaceae
Gentianales
How to care for Thevetia Peruviana
Water
How often to water your Thevetia Peruviana
every 9
Thevetia Peruviana 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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Finding light for Luckynut in your home
a window
Thevetia Peruviana 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 Thevetia Peruviana
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 Thevetia Peruviana after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Thevetia Peruviana 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.
Toxicity
Thevetia Peruviana 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.
Care Summary for Thevetia Peruviana
Thevetia Peruviana
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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