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Callisia gentlei (Callisia gentlei)

Callisia gentlei is a fast-growing, trailing plant with attractive green foliage, often used as a houseplant or groundcover.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based compost with added perlite or sand.

Temperature

Average room temperatures.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based compost with added perlite or sand.

Temperature

Average room temperatures.

Prefers 18-24°C, avoid drafts and sudden drops.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Creeper

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Hanging, Groundcover

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.2-0.3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderCommelinales
  • familyCommelinaceae
  • genusCallisia
  • speciesCallisia gentlei
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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