How to grow and care for Telosma cordata
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Telosma cordata, Pakalana vine, Tonkinese creeper
Telosma cordata 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
18C° ~25C°
Every 14 days
Water
How to water Telosma cordata
How often should I water?
check Telosma cordata 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
Light & Location
How much light does a Telosma cordata need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Telosma cordata 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
18~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Telosma cordata at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Telosma cordata 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
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Habitat | America |
| Hardiness Zone | 9 - 11 |
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