Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as Tristemma mauritianum prefers slightly moist conditions but is susceptible to root rot.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Tristemma mauritianum is an erect shrub native to Madagascar, featuring ovate to oblong leaves and small, star-shaped flowers. It is grown as an ornamental plant.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, intense sunlight.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
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 overwatering, as Tristemma mauritianum prefers slightly moist conditions but is susceptible to root rot.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Prune to maintain shape, remove dead or damaged stems, and encourage bushier growth. Pruning can be done in early spring before new growth begins or lightly after flowering.
Deadheading spent flowers also promotes more blooms.
Propagate Tristemma mauritianum by stem cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Plant them in a well-draining potting mix and keep them consistently moist and warm until roots develop.
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, perlite, and sand.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid waterlogging.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Tristemma Mauritianum (Tristemma mauritianum)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Genus | Tristemma |
| Species | Tristemma mauritianum |
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