Stromanthe "𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒐𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓"

🌿 Light Requirements

• Best: Bright, indirect light
• Avoid: Direct sun (causes fading or scorch)
• Too little light: Colors become dull and less variegated

👉 Near an east-facing window or filtered light is ideal

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💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist, not soggy
• Water when top 1 inch feels dry
• Use filtered, distilled, or rainwater if possible

⚠️ Sensitive to chemicals in tap water → brown tips are common

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🌱 Soil & Potting

• Needs light, airy, well-draining soil
  • Mix: potting soil + perlite + peat/coco coir
• Pot must have good drainage

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🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temp: 65–85°F (18–29°C)
• Needs high humidity (60–70%+)

👉 Great options:

• Humidifier (best)
• Pebble tray
• Group with other plants

⚠️ Low humidity = crispy brown edges

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🌾 Fertilizing

• Feed every 5-6 weeks
• Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer
• Avoid overfeeding (can burn roots)

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✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove damaged or brown leaves at the base
• Trim brown edges if needed (cosmetic)
• Wipe leaves gently to keep them clean

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🌿 Repotting

• Repot every 1–2 years
• Prefers being slightly snug in its pot

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🌙 Movement Behavior (Cool Feature)

• Leaves move throughout the day (like other prayer plants):
  • Open in daylight
  • Fold upward at night

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🐛 Common Problems

• Brown tips/edges: Low humidity or tap water minerals
• Yellowing leaves: Overwatering
• Curling leaves: Underwatering or dry air

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⚠️ Sensitivity Notes

• Doesn’t like:
  • Sudden temperature changes
  • Drafts (AC vents, cold air)
  • Hard tap water

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🌴 Florida Tip

• Outdoors: grow in shade or filtered light only
• Protect from:
  • Direct sun