Day 23 🪴🌱
🍀 SOLEIROLIA SOLEIROLII
Also known as Baby’s Tears, is a charming, low-growing, evergreen perennial perfect for adding a delicate touch to your garden or indoor space.
Characteristics:
1. Trailing, delicate stems
2. Small, round, tear-shaped leaves (1-2 cm)
3. Bright green, variegated, or golden foliage
4. Tiny white flowers (rarely produced indoors)
5. Fast-growing, spreading habit
Care Tips:
1. Bright, indirect light (avoid direct sunlight)
2. High humidity (50-70%)
3. Water thoroughly, allowing soil to dry slightly
4. Fertilize monthly during growing season
5. Prune regularly to maintain shape
6. Repot every 2-3 years
Propagation:
1. Stem cuttings
2. Division
3. Leaf cuttings
Benefits:
1. Air purification
2. Low-maintenance
3. Ornamental value
4. Suitable for hanging baskets or terrariums
5. Indoor decor
6. Outdoor gardening: Use Soleirolia soleirolii in shady areas or as a groundcover
Common Issues:
1. Overwatering (root rot)
2. Underwatering (leaf drop)
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