How to grow and care for Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray
Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Family : Poaceae
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grew on every continent and in all climates except Antarctica. It thrives in various soil types, is drought-tolerant, and grows well in wetlands.
👀 Characteristics details
The base of the leaf forms a sheath that wraps around the stem.
🎋 Stem
The stem is a hollow, cylindrical shape.
water
How to water Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray
How often should I water?
check Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray 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 Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray need?
Bright direct light
Grow light
Light preference
Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray likes Bright direct 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~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-27
-27~32℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
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Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray 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 Sporobolus cryptandrus (Torr.) A.Gray is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Liliopsida, Order: Poales, Family: Poaceae, Genus: Sporobolus, Species: Sporobolus cryptandrus
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 3 - 8 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Sporobolus |
| Species | Sporobolus cryptandrus |
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