Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora

Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora: Care and growing tips for unique floral beauty

Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora, with its fluffy foliage and delicate white flowers, is a charming houseplant that brings a touch of elegance to your home. Its bell-shaped flowers and textured leaves make it a true botanical curiosity.

Interest in terrarium

Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora is particularly suited to terrariums, where its need for high humidity can be easily met. It thrives in a warm, humid environment, making it an excellent choice for tropical terrariums.

Exposure and temperature

• Light: Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora prefers bright but indirect light. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight, as it can burn the leaves.
• Temperature: The ideal temperature for Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora is between 20°C and 27°C. It does not tolerate temperatures below 15°C.

Watering

• Humidity: Episcia dianthiflora needs regular watering to keep the substrate constantly moist, but not soggy.
• Frequency: Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
• Water: Use room temperature, non-calcareous water to water your Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora.

Substrate

• Mix: Use a quality indoor plant potting mix for optimal drainage.
• Acidity: A slightly acidic substrate is ideal for Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora.

Fertilizer

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

Repotting

• Frequency: Repot Episcia dianthiflora every 1 to 2 years , in spring, in a pot slightly larger than the previous one.
• Potting soil: Use fresh, well-drained potting soil for potting or simply live or dehydrated sphagnum moss.

Multiplication

Episcia dianthiflora is easily propagated by leaf or stem cuttings, or by division of stolons, 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 delicate foliage and bright white flowers, Episcia dianthiflora is the ideal plant to bring a touch of refinement to your interior. Let yourself be seduced by its unique beauty and ease of maintenance!

Additional Tips

• Humidity: To increase the humidity in the room, you can place a humidifier near your Episcia (Alsobia) dianthiflora or spray it regularly with non-calcareous water.
• Brightness: Artificial light can be used to supplement natural light, especially in winter.