How to grow and care for Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze
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Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 4 days
Water
How to water Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze
How often should I water?
check Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze Every 4 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 Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze 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!
0
20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
-2~40℃
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 Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
0
40~70%
100
Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze 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
Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walter) Kuntze is a member of Poaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Stenotaphrum |
| Species | Stenotaphrum secundatum |
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