hemionitis
arifolia
arifolia
Care level
Medium
Popularity
Niche
The young leaves emerge in a striking heart shape with a deep red-bronze color that gradually matures to green, creating a beautiful contrast in the plant. Each leaf grows on its own slender stem, dancing above the soil like tiny valentines floating in the air.
Care & maintenance
Light
All areas of your interior that are roughly equidistant between shade and sun. These areas benefit from slight brightness throughout the day.
Temperature
Warm (64.4°F - 86°F)
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
Upright
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach up to 12 inches in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Non-flowering & not self-pollinating
The hemionitis arifolia cannot produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.