Dermatophyllum secundiflorum aka Texas Mountain Laurel

Taxonomy

Common names

Texas Mountain Laurel, Mescal Bean

How to care for Texas Mountain Laurel

Difficulty

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

Water

Texas Mountain Laurel does best in dry soil and should only be watered sparingly.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Texas Mountain Laurel 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.

Toxicity

Texas Mountain Laurel is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Growth-pattern

Texas Mountain Laurel grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.


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