Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant months to prevent overhydration.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Breynia spatulifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae, native to Australia. This shrub is known for its distinctive foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid drastic temperature fluctuations and cold drafts.
Low
25% intensity
Feed lightly during the growing season only.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant months to prevent overhydration.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems at any time of year. Light pruning can be done after flowering to promote new blooms.
For more significant reshaping, prune in early spring before active growth begins.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or autumn. Insert the cuttings into a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the soil consistently moist and provide a warm environment, ideally with bottom heat, to encourage root development. A rooting hormone can be beneficial.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of potting soil and perlite. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
Repot in early spring before the main growth season commences.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Breynia Spatulifolia (Breynia spatulifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae |
| Genus | Breynia |
| Species | Breynia spatulifolia |
Similar in genus Breynia
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