Dischidia nummularia aka String Of Nickels

With a bit of knowledge and dedication, you can successfully care for String Of Nickels, making it a rewarding choice for those seeking a moderate challenge.

String Of Nickels should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

To keep your String Of Nickels healthy, it's important to use a potting soil that won't retain too much moisture. A soil that drains well and contains perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition is ideal. Adding a few handfuls of perlite to regular cactus soil from the store is an easy way to create this type of soil mix.

To ensure optimal growth, the String Of Nickels prefers bright indirect 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.

During the wintertime, it is common for String Of Nickels plants to go dormant and their growth rate may slow down. Therefore, the amount of waterings should be spaced out more.

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

No extra humidity is necessary for the String Of Nickels. Absorption of water by plants is primarily done through their roots, and soil watering is the most effective method to provide humidity to your plants.

The String Of Nickels is characterized by its slow growth and doesn't need fertilization in addition to its potting soil. By renewing the soil in its pot once a year, it should have enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not from any fertilizers.

String Of Nickels’s native range is India and China.