How to grow and care for Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth., Coleus blumei
Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect
20C° ~25C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth.
How often should I water?
check Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. 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 Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. need?
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. likes 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 ~ 10K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
10K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
20~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. at home, make sure the temperature is 20~25℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
0
40~70%
100
Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. 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
Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. is a member of Lamiaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial, Annual |
| Habitat | Southeast Asia |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Coleus |
| Species | Coleus scutellarioides |
Is Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. toxic?
Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. is dangerous to Hamster, Dog
Hamster
Dog
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