Lepturus repens — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Lepturus repens

Lepturus Repens

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A note from PlantMom

Stalky Grass has strong disease resistance and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they have finished blooming. Stalky Grasst is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not require much care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Lepturus Repens.

Light

The perennial herbaceous plant Stalky Grass hails from open habitats, frequently flourishing in meadows and grasslands. While its preferred light condition is full sun, it can also withstand areas with partial sun.

Temperature

Stalky Grass comes from tropical zones, where the weather is generally hot and moist. Therefore, it's specially adapted to thrive in conditions with elevated temperature and humidity. Sudden changes in temperature are not favorable for this plant and it prefers consistent temperature conditions. So, it's crucial to keep it away from varying temperature spaces indoors. Cold temperatures aren't usually well-tolerated by it and its growth necessitates hotter temperatures. Should the temperature of the surroundings plummet too severely, the plant may halt growth or potentially perish.

Fertilizer

Stalky Grass needs extra nourishment to encourage robust new development. Applying compost around the plant's root area during spring can adequately supply it with the crucial nutrients. Feeding the plant helps stimulate strong growth and bolsters its ability to fend off diseases and insects.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
20 cm to 49 cm
Mature Spread
15 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall, Early winter
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Pacific Island Thintail
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