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How to grow and care for Amaranthus caudatus

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Amaranthus caudatus, Quilete, Pendant amaranth, Foxtail amaranth

Amaranthus caudatus 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct light

18C° ~25C°

Every 7 days

water

How to water Amaranthus caudatus

How often should I water?

check Amaranthus caudatus 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.

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Light & Location

How much light does a Amaranthus caudatus need?

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Bright direct light

Bright indirect light

Grow light

Light preference

Amaranthus caudatus likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect 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

Natural habitat

-15

3~35℃

45

Houseplants

-15

18~25℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Amaranthus caudatus at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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40~70%

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Amaranthus caudatus prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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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

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LifespanAnnual
HabitatAsia

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