How to grow and care for Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don, Bright eyes, Old maid
Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
18C° ~25C°
Every 14 days
Water
How to water Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don
How often should I water?
check Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don Every 14 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
Light & Location
How much light does a Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don need?
Bright direct
Grow light
Light preference
Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
18~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don 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
Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don is a member of Apocynaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial, Annual |
| Habitat | Asia |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Catharanthus |
| Species | Catharanthus roseus |
Is Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don toxic?
Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don is dangerous to Baby, Cat, Hamster, Dog
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