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callisia repens'green turtle'
Care level
Easy
This type is noted for its uniformly green leaves. When grown in high light, the plant can also display reddish colors.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Wide range (10°C - 25°C)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
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Features
Size & growth
Small
Trailing
Rapid growth
This plant grows rapidly. It can reach up to 30 cm in height or spread.
It spreads horizontally, often along the ground.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & self-pollinating
The callisia green turtle can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is capable of self-pollination, it does not need another individual to fertilize itself and therefore produce fruits.