How to grow and care for Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng
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Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng
How often should I water?
check Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng 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 Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect 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!
0
20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-17
-17~32℃
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 Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
0
40~70%
100
Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng 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
Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng is a member of Poaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 - 8 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Bothriochloa |
| Species | Bothriochloa ischaemum |
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