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Rhabdophyllum affine (Rhabdophyllum affine)

Rhabdophyllum affine is a small, herbaceous perennial flowering plant native to South America, known for its delicate flowers and attractive foliage.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from direct sun.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

A well-draining, peat-based potting mix is recommended. Adding perlite or vermiculite can improve drainage.

Temperature

Thrives in average room temperatures.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from direct sun.

Avoid harsh sunlight.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

A well-draining, peat-based potting mix is recommended. Adding perlite or vermiculite can improve drainage.

Temperature

Thrives in average room temperatures.

Avoid cold drafts.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Do not fertilize in fall and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.15-0.3 m

Spread

0.2-0.4 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

5000

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Synonyms
Campylospermum affine (Hook.f.) Tiegh.
Gomphia affinis Hook.f.
Ochna affinis (Hook.f.) Kuntze
Ouratea acutissima Gilg
Ouratea affinis (Hook.f.) Engl.
Ouratea buchholzii Gilg
Ouratea monantha Gilg
Ouratea myrioneura Gilg
Ouratea pauciflora (Tiegh.) Gilg
Ouratea refracta De Wild. & T.Durand
Ouratea stenorrhachis Gilg
Rhabdophyllum acutissimum (Gilg) Tiegh.
Rhabdophyllum buchholzii (Gilg) Tiegh.
Rhabdophyllum myrioneurum (Gilg) Tiegh.
Rhabdophyllum pauciflorum Tiegh.
Rhabdophyllum refractum (De Wild. & T.Durand) Tiegh.
Rhabdophyllum stenorrhachis (Gilg) Tiegh.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyOchnaceae
  • genusRhabdophyllum
  • speciesRhabdophyllum affine
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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