Gentiana decumbens aka Gentiana Decumbens

Taxonomy

Common names

Gentiana Decumbens, Ciminalis Decumbens, Dasystephana Adscendens, Dasystephana Sangilenica, Eyrythalia Gebleri

How to care for Gentiana Decumbens

Water

Gentiana Decumbens should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Gentiana Decumbens 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.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Gentiana Decumbens 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.

Toxicity

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.

Fertilizer

The Gentiana Decumbens 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.

Region of origin

Gentiana Decumbens’s native range is E. Asia - Himalayas to Siberia.


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