Spiranthes spiralis aka Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes

Taxonomy

Common names

Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes, Autumn Ladiestresses, Autumn Lady's Tresses

How to care for Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes

Difficulty

Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.

Water

Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes 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 Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes 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.

Dormancy

During the cold period, it is common for Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more during this period.

Toxicity

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

Fertilizer

The growth of Autumn Lady's Tresses Spiranthes is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.


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