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HOW TO CALADIUM CARE AND TIPS

It is a species that is frequently used indoors with the color and texture of its leaves. This plant has leaves in shades of white, green, red and pink. There are veins, spots and stripes on the leaves. For this reason, if you want to use this plant in your living room, you will have many options. If you want to add movement to the spaces and increase the variety of colors, you can choose this plant. With these features of its leaves, it becomes remarkable by distinguishing it from other plants. Thanks to its tubers, it has the feature of perennial growth. However, despite having these interesting leaves, the essence of the plant contains toxic substances. For this reason, it should be kept away from children and pets. If you want to read our article about “dangerous indoor plants” click here

CALADIUM BASIC INFORMATION

Botanical/Scientific name: Caladium bicolor, Caladium x hortulanum

Commonly used names: Angel wings, elephant ears

Origin: South American Tropical Forests

Height/diameter: 18-24 inç

Toxic properties: All parts of the plant (leaf, stem, root) contain toxic substances. If consumed, it causes poisoning in pets and children. In addition, the sap on the leaves and stems can cause irritation and redness on sensitive skin. (https://easylandscare.com/dangerous-indoor-plants/)

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CALADIUM GROW AND CARE

Sunlight Needs: Since it is a tropical forest plant, it has a high demand for light. Direct sunlight damages the leaves. For this reason, keep it in environments where there is sufficient light source, which does not receive direct sunlight. As it gets sunlight, the leaves of the plant become beautiful.

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Water and Humidity: The plant has a high need for water and moisture. They grow rapidly in moist environments. The soil should also be kept constantly moist. However, remove excess water accumulating on the bottom of the pot. Excess water will cause the plant to rot. There should be no puddles on the bottom of the pot and on the roots. You can spray the leaves with water to keep the plant constantly moist.

Temperatures: This plant, which is grown indoors, does not like sudden weather changes and cold weather. The temperature of the environment where it is located should not be lowered below 18 degrees. It is necessary not to position it in areas where the wind effect is high.

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Soil: The plant likes permeable soils. permeable soil feature; It is a type of soil where its roots are not compacted and can develop easily, drain excess water and aerate. Compost grows in soils containing organic matter.

Fertilization: The plant does not need fertilizer for its development. If too much fertilizer is given to the plant, it can dry out the plant. You can use liquid fertilizer or ¼ controlled release fertilizer if growth weakness is observed in the plant originating from the soil.

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Propagating of Caladium: Since it is a tuberous plant, the leaves dry out in autumn and winter. You can reproduce the plant by keeping the tubers in the same pot or in a dry area and bringing them together with the soil in spring.

Caladium Diseases and Pests: Common indoor plant pests can also be observed in this plant. These common pests are; aphids, cotton lice, mites, whiteflies, scale insects, red spiders. You will need to purify and clean these pests from the leaves, shoots, branches and soils of your plant.

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