How to grow and care for Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka, Ruby grass, Natal grass
Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka
How often should I water?
check Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka 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 Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka need?
Bright direct
Grow light
Light preference
Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka 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 Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka 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
Melinis repens (Willd.) Zizka is a member of Poaceae.
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
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Lifespan | Annual, Perennial |
Hardiness Zone | 10 - 11 |
Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
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Phylum | Tracheophyta |
Class | Liliopsida |
Order | Poales |
Family | Poaceae |
Genus | Melinis |
Species | Melinis repens |
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