How to grow and care for Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes
Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Family : Fabaceae
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant used to grow on every continent and in various climates, except Antarctica.
👀 Characteristics details
Most leaves are alternate and have stipules.
🌺 Flower
The flower has five petals, resembling the shape of a butterfly. This type of flower shape is called a papilionaceous corolla
🪴 Root&Soil
Most of them form symbiotic relationships with bacteria that can fix nitrogen in their roots. This allows them to thrive even in poor soil conditions.
water
How to water Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes
How often should I water?
check Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes 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
Light & Location
How much light does a Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes need?
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes 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
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
-12~35℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
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Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
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
The taxonomic classification of Rupertia physodes (Douglas) J.W.Grimes is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Fabales, Family: Fabaceae, Genus: Rupertia, Species: Rupertia physodes
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 6 - 9 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Rupertia |
| Species | Rupertia physodes |
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