Pollia (Pollia crispata) is a perennial herb native to Australia, featuring attractive foliage and small white flowers, often grown as a groundcover or in shaded gardens.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
50% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves. Tolerates partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist
75% intensity
Allow top 2-3 cm of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, Humus-rich
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Pollia crispata prefers consistently moist soil. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods, but never allow the soil to dry out completely.
Prune Pollia crispata to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Trim back leggy stems just above a leaf node. Remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing foliage promptly.
Pruning can be done at any time, but is most effective in spring before new growth begins.
Pollia crispata can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division. For stem cuttings, take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems and root them in moist potting mix or water.
Division is best done in spring when repotting, separating the root ball into smaller sections.
Repot Pollia crispata every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based compost with added perlite. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting is best done in spring.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Commelinales |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Genus | Pollia |
| Species | Pollia crispata |
Similar in genus Pollia
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