hypoestes
sanguinolenta
sanguinolenta
Care level
Easy
Each leaf is decorated with delicate pink or red veins that create an intricate network pattern, making it look like someone painted tiny blood vessels on the foliage. Unlike its polka-dotted cousin, this variety features these striking linear markings that become more vibrant when the plant receives plenty of bright indirect light.
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 (15°C - 30°C)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a General purpose mix: A versatile blend with excellent water retention and aeration. Provides balanced nutrition and suitable drainage for a wide variety of houseplants.
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
Upright
Moderate growth
This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach up to 30 cm in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & self-pollinating
The hypoestes sanguinolenta 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.