Also known as Geo Plant
Midnight silk (Geogenanthus ciliatus) boasts striking dark purple, velvety foliage with iridescent undertones, making it a captivating indoor specimen.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Keep consistently moist
75% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Average to warm
75% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-24°C; avoid cold drafts.
Moderate feeding
50% intensity
Feed 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 |
Non-toxic
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 slightly in winter.
Brown, crispy leaf edges often indicate underwatering, while yellowing leaves can suggest overwatering.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back leggy stems to promote branching. Remove any yellowing or damaged leaves promptly to improve the plant's appearance and health.
Pruning can be done at any time, but is most effective during the growing season.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems, ensuring each has at least two leaf nodes. Remove lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in moist potting mix and keep in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based blend with perlite.
Repot in spring for best results.
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Where Midnight Silk (Geogenanthus ciliatus) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Commelinales |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Genus | Geogenanthus |
| Species | Geogenanthus ciliatus |
Similar in genus Geogenanthus
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