Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Callisia ciliata is a creeping perennial herb known for its attractive foliage and small, inconspicuous flowers, often used as groundcover.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some shade, but may become leggy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Pinch back leggy stems regularly to encourage bushier growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy. Trim away any yellow or dead leaves to maintain a tidy appearance.
Pruning can be done at any time of year as needed.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 5-10 cm long cuttings and remove lower leaves. Plant them in moist potting mix or place them in water.
Roots will form quickly, usually within a few weeks, allowing for repotting.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Spring is the ideal time for repotting to allow the plant to establish in its new container during the growing season.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Commelinales |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Genus | Callisia |
| Species | Callisia ciliata |
Similar in genus Callisia
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
