How to grow and care for Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf.
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Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf.
How often should I water?
check Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. 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
When is the Dormant period
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. 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!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~40℃
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 Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. 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
Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. is a member of Amaryllidaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Scadoxus |
| Species | Scadoxus multiflorus |
Is Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. toxic?
Scadoxus multiflorus (Martyn) Raf. is dangerous to Baby
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