Strobilanthes alternata aka Red Ivy

Caring for Red Ivy is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Red Ivy’s native range is Asia and Madagascar.

Red Ivy should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Red Ivy 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 Red Ivy 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.

The Red Ivy does not need extra humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their root system, making soil watering the best way to provide humidity to your plants.

The Red Ivy should be repotted when it has doubled in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing fresh potting soil with all the essential nutrients each year ensures the plant's well-being, eliminating the need for fertilizer. Remember, plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

Red Ivy is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

New growth will sprout from the top of the Red Ivy as it grows vertically.

Yes, if you provide your Red Ivy with adequate sunlight and water, you can expect it to bloom.