Indoor or Houseplants (Philodendrons / Monstera / Syngonium / Alocasia / Peperomia)
Light Direct sunlight can kill the plants specially summer season.
Bright, indirect sunlight. Find a position near a window where the sun’s rays never actually touch the foliage. While it’s normal for older leaves to yellow, if this happens to several leaves at the same time, the plant may be getting too much light. On the other hand, if the stems are long and leggy with several inches between leaves, the plant probably isn’t getting enough light.
Water Do not over watering.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between watering. The length of your index finger to the first knuckle is about an inch, so inserting your finger into the soil is a good way to check the moisture level. Droopy leaves can mean that the plant is getting too much or not enough water. But the leaves recover quickly when you correct the watering schedule.
Temperature There temperature range is variable, but no philodendron likes going below about 55 F for long but warm temperatures between 60°-80° F are best
Fertilizer Use slow-release pellets at the beginning of the growing season, or weekly liquid fertilizer.
Propagation Easy to propagate from stem cuttings placed in a glass of water. Rooting hormone will increase the chances of success but is usually not necessary. Once a good network of roots has become established in water, pot up the new specimen.
Additional Care Large leaves can collect dust. If you notice the leaves are dirty or dusty, wipe the leaves with a damp cloth and gently dry to keep them clean and healthy.
Tillandsia
Light Bright filtered light is the general rule, and the higher the humidity of the air the higher light will be tolerated. Outdoors the silvery-leafed varieties (ex: Xerographica, Harissii) can usually be grown in full sun, but in an un-shaded greenhouse or close to un-shaded glass in a sunny room or conservatory the same plant will quickly burn because the air dries out like an oven. In a very sunny spot indoors they may need daily misting or weekly soaking depending on which method you prefer
Watering Thoroughly wet your Tillandsia 2-3 times per week; more often in a hot, dry environment; less often in a cool, humid one. In conditions of extreme drying, and consequent moisture loss, Tillandsia cannot get replacement water from their roots like a terrestrial plant, or draw on internal reserves like a succulent.
Temperature They like temperatures no higher than 85 or 90 degrees and none below freezing.
Fertilizing A fertilizer specific for bromeliads is best using twice a month. It is great for blooming and reproduction! Either soak them in the fertilizer mixed with water or take them to the sink and spray them if they’re attached to something like a rock or piece of wood. They really don’t need the fertilizer but they’ll grow a little faster, and pup (make new baby plants) and flower a bit more if you do.
Propagation or Removing Pups To remove the pups, they should be at least 1/3 to 1/2 the size of the mother plant. Hold both mother and pup at their bases and gently twist in a downward motion. If this does not happen easily, you may need to remove the pup by cutting downward as close to the mother as possible. Do not discard the mother plant yet, as long as she is still alive she will continue to produce more pups for you. Often taking several years after blooming before she finally dies.
Hoya
Light Sunlight is important for a Hoya plant, but indirect sunlight is best. Having the plant hanging directly in your window will cause the leaves to burn from the direct heat of the sun. A north facing window provides the perfect light for a Hoya plant, but if you do not have that lighting option available, fluorescent lighting will do the job as well. They prefer morning sun, but if the light is not sufficient, the plant may not bloom.
Watering keep the soil moist in spring and summer, dry but not to the point of shriveled foliage in winter. In dry climates more frequent watering may be necessary.
Temperatures These beautiful flowers are tropical plants, so you do not want to keep them in extremely cool temperatures. Above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, with varieties that thrive in hotter temperatures.
Fertilizer Higher nitrogen fertilizers for plant growth, high phosphorous fertilizers to stimulate flower development. Liquid fertilizers preferred.
Propagation The best way to propagate a Hoya plant is to create a cutting that is at least ten centimeters long. The cutting should have two to six leaves, but can also be propaged from leaf cuttings or seed.
Dischidia
Light Indirect light for at least half the day. Avoid placing near doors or windows where drafts can stress the plant.
Water Allow the planting medium to dry out before you water the plant. They are used to getting moisture only from dew and the air, and cannot tolerate boggy media. When the bark medium is dry to the touch, submerge the container in water until air bubbles are gone.
Temperatures Warm and humid temperatures where temperatures need to be higher than 60 degrees. Although preferring a warm environment.
Fertilizer Higher nitrogen fertilizers for plant growth, high phosphorous fertilizers to stimulate flower development. Liquid fertilizers preferred.
Propagation Do not pot in soil; the ant plant is an epiphyte, which means it lives on air
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