How to grow and care for Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze
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Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect
18C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze
How often should I water?
check Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze need?
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
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This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
10K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
8~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
18~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze at home, make sure the temperature is 18~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
0
40~70%
100
Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze is a member of Amaranthaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial, Annual |
| Habitat | South America |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus | Alternanthera |
| Species | Alternanthera brasiliana |
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