rohdea japonica

Omoto plant, Japanese evergreen.

Care level

Easy

This tough-as-nails evergreen thrives in the darkest corners where other plants fear to grow, earning its reputation as the 'cast iron plant of Japan'. After its subtle white flowers fade, it produces bright red berries that can last for months, adding a pop of color to shady spots.

Care & maintenance

Light

Low light

All areas of your interior that are in the shade or more than 2.5 meters away from a natural light source.

Temperature

Wide range (23°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 40 and 70% is recommended.

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

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

Toxicity table by species
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The rohdea japonica can 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.

Propagation methods

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