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How to grow and care for Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos

Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright indirect

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos

How often should I water?

check Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos 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

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Light & Location

How much light does a Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos need?

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Bright indirect

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Light preference

Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!

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20K~

2K

10K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

-7~38℃

45

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 Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Houseplant temperate preference

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40~70%

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Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos 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

Tripogandra purpurascens (S.Schauer) Handlos is a member of Commelinaceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
Hardiness Zone7 - 10
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassLiliopsida
OrderCommelinales
FamilyCommelinaceae
GenusCallisia
SpeciesCallisia purpurascens

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