How to grow and care for Bombax ceiba Burm.f.
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Bombax ceiba Burm.f. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Bombax ceiba Burm.f.
How often should I water?
check Bombax ceiba Burm.f. 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 Bombax ceiba Burm.f. need?
Bright direct
Grow light
Light preference
Bombax ceiba Burm.f. likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
8~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Bombax ceiba Burm.f. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
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Bombax ceiba Burm.f. 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
Bombax ceiba Burm.f. is a member of Malvaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Bombax |
| Species | Bombax ceiba |
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