Dischidia pectenoides
The Dischidia is a part of the Milkweed family and native to tropical areas of China and India. In the wild, ants live inside the balloon-like organs produced by the plant. They bring in nutrients which fend off predatory insects. Dischidia can be a lovely plant to grow in the home, they add a lovely brightness to any room.
This Dischidia species is related to Hoya and shares similar care needs, including a preference for bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. As an epiphyte, it typically grows on trees in its natural environment, absorbing moisture and nutrients from the air, so it thrives in conditions where humidity is higher.
How to care for your dischidia
Water: Water once the topsoil feels dry. Any soft or wrinkled leaves means the plant is thirsty.
Light: Keep in indirect light, these plants grow wild in low light situations below a thick rain forest canopy.
Humidity: They require high humidity. Mist the plant every day.
Temperature: They like warmth, about 20 degrees C.
Other info -
Toxic to cats & dogs? Yes
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Description
The Dischidia is a part of the Milkweed family and native to tropical areas of China and India. In the wild, ants live inside the balloon-like organs produced by the plant. They bring in nutrients which fend off predatory insects. Dischidia can be a lovely plant to grow in the home, they add a lovely brightness to any room.
This Dischidia species is related to Hoya and shares similar care needs, including a preference for bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. As an epiphyte, it typically grows on trees in its natural environment, absorbing moisture and nutrients from the air, so it thrives in conditions where humidity is higher.
How to care for your dischidia
Water: Water once the topsoil feels dry. Any soft or wrinkled leaves means the plant is thirsty.
Light: Keep in indirect light, these plants grow wild in low light situations below a thick rain forest canopy.
Humidity: They require high humidity. Mist the plant every day.
Temperature: They like warmth, about 20 degrees C.
Other info -
Toxic to cats & dogs? Yes
