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Vatricania guentheri

Also known as

Espostoa guentheri

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Vatricania guentheri

Genus

Vatricania

How to care for Vatricania guentheri

💦 Water

How often to water your Vatricania guentheri

Vatricania guentheri needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 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
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Vatricania guentheri in your home

Vatricania guentheri love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Vatricania guentheri does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Vatricania guentheri in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Vatricania guentheri

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Vatricania guentheri: 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 Vatricania guentheri after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Vatricania guentheri 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!

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💦 Water Needs

Vatricania guentheri thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Vatricania guentheri 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 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Vatricania guentheri 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.

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Vatricania guentheri Toxicity to Humans →

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Vatricania guentheri bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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Is Vatricania guentheri an Annual Plant? →

Is Vatricania guentheri a Perennial Plant? →

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Vatricania guentheri Lifecycle →

Vatricania guentheri Size Guide →

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Vatricania guentheri can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🧐 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.

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😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Vatricania guentheri. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!