Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during the winter months to prevent root rot, but do not allow the soil to dry out completely.
Murdannia clarkeana is a delicate herbaceous perennial known for its slender stems and small, ephemeral flowers, typically found in moist, shaded environments.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect Light
75% intensity
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some shade, but may become leggy.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil; avoid soggy conditions.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average Room Temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
During Growing Season
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted monthly from spring through summer.
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. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during the winter months to prevent root rot, but do not allow the soil to dry out completely.
Prune to maintain desired shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Lightly trim the plant in spring to stimulate new growth and prevent it from becoming leggy.
Pinching back the tips can also encourage a more compact form.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 7-10 cm cuttings in spring or summer, remove lower leaves, and insert into moist potting mix or water. Roots typically form within 3-4 weeks.
Once rooted, they can be potted into their own containers.
Repot your Murdannia clarkeana every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Spring is the ideal time for repotting.
Use a well-draining potting mix and choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Commelinales |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Genus | Murdannia |
| Species | Murdannia clarkeana |
Similar in genus Murdannia
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