Cuphea viscosissima aka Clammy Cuphea

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Clammy Cuphea due to its easy-going nature.

Clammy Cuphea should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Clammy Cuphea loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Clammy Cuphea prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.

Repotting the Clammy Cuphea is necessary either when it has doubled in size or once every year, whichever happens first. With fresh potting soil replenished annually, the plant will receive all the necessary nutrients, rendering the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that the source of a plant's energy is the sun, not fertilizer.

Clammy Cuphea grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

Clammy Cuphea’s native range is N. America.