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Slime Lily

Also known as

Albuca alba, Albuca altissima, Albuca coarctata, Albuca cornuta, Albuca elata, Albuca lutea, Albuca major, Albuca maxima, Albuca sordida and Ornithogalum maximum

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Albuca canadensis

Genus

Albuca

Family

Asparagaceae

Order

Asparagales

How to care for Slime Lily

💦 Water

How often to water your Slime Lily

Slime Lily 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 Slime Lily in your home

Slime Lily 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.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Slime Lily

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

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Slime Lily 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.

Slime Lily Water Frequency →

Slime Lily Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Slime Lily may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Slime Lily Light Requirements →

Slime Lily Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Slime Lily 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.

💨 Humidity

Slime Lily doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

🪴 Soil

Slime Lily 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!

Best Soil Mix for Slime Lily →

When and How to Successfully Repot Slime Lily →

💩 Fertilizer

Slime Lily 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.

How Much and When to Fertilize Slime Lily →

🌎 Native Region

Slime Lily is native to South and Eastern Africa.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Slime Lily can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Slime Lily Temperature Tolerance →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Slime Lily, since they are very sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 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.