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How to grow and care for Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger

Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 14 days

Water

How to water Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger

How often should I water?

check Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger 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

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Light & Location

How much light does a Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger need?

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Bright direct

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Light preference

Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger 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~

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20K

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Temperature

Houseplant temperate preference

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16~24℃

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Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

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40~70%

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Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger 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

Phemeranthus calycinus (Engelm.) Kiger is a member of Montiaceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderCaryophyllales
FamilyMontiaceae
GenusPhemeranthus
SpeciesPhemeranthus calycinus

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