Terrarium plants Callisia gentlei var Elegans
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  • Terrarium plants Callisia gentlei var Elegans

Callisia gentlei var Elegans

€8.50
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Native to tropical America , callisia is also called "turtle vine" in the Antilles. Fast growing, easy to maintain outdoors or indoors , the flowers are pure white and give off a light fragrance.

Much stockier than its cousinCalissia repens , Callisia gentlei also has a very unique coloring with silver highlights.

Also available for replanting .

Characteristic: pot 9 cm
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Callisia gentlei var. Elegans: Care and growing tips for a silvery beauty

Callisia gentlei var. Elegans, with its fluffy leaves and distinctive silver stripes, is a charming and easy-to-grow houseplant. Its unique appearance brings a touch of elegance to any space.

Interest in terrarium

Callisia gentlei var. Elegans is a great option for terrariums, where its need for high humidity can be easily met. It thrives in a warm, humid environment, making it an ideal choice for tropical terrariums.

Exposure and temperature

  • Light: Callisia gentlei var. Elegans prefers bright but indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can burn the leaves.
  • Temperature: The ideal temperature for Callisia gentlei var. Elegans is between 18°C and 24°C. It does not tolerate temperatures below 15°C.

Watering

    • Callisia gentlei var. Elegans needs regular watering to keep the substrate constantly moist, but not soggy.

  • Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
  • Use room temperature, non-calcareous water to water your Callisia gentlei var. Elegans.

Substrate

  • Use a mixture of quality houseplant potting soil, perlite and sphagnum moss for optimal drainage.
  • A slightly acidic substrate is ideal for Callisia gentlei var. Elegans.

Fertilizer

  • During the growing season (spring and summer), feed with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer every two weeks.
  • Dilute the fertilizer halfway to avoid burning the roots.
  • Reduce or stop fertilizing in fall and winter.

Repotting

  • Repot Callisia gentlei var. Elegans every 2-3 years, in spring, in a pot slightly larger than the previous one.
  • Use fresh, well-drained potting soil for repotting.

Multiplication

Callisia gentlei var. Elegans is easily propagated by stem cuttings in spring and summer.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Overwatering: Overwatering can lead to root rot.
  • Lack of light: A lack of light can weaken the plant and make its foliage dull.
  • Too low temperatures: Too low temperatures can damage the plant.
  • Drafts: Drafts can dry out the plant.

With its soft foliage and silvery highlights, Callisia gentlei var. Elegans is a true miniature work of art. Let yourself be seduced by its unique beauty and ease of maintenance!

Additional Tips

  • Pinch back stems to encourage bushier growth.