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Caladium

What is the plant

Caladiums are tropical perennials that have almost unparalleled foliage and make showy houseplants. They have large, arrow-shaped and paper-thin leaves that come in a striking array of colors and patterns. A mass of caladium is an explosion of whites, greens, reds, and pinks that are mottled, veined, and striped. They can easily give you the visual impact of flowers while only being foliage plants. However, these plants have a few drawbacks. They are tuberous plants that grow foliage only from spring to autumn. They also require very high humidity, and they have absolutely no cold tolerance. Nevertheless, as far as unusual indoor plants go, these are sure to catraise a few admiring eyebrows.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

18°C - 23°C

Hardiness zone

min 9a

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water when the top 50%-75% of soil is dry. Water until liquid flows through the drainage hole at the bottom of the pot and discard any water that has accumulated in the saucer.
Pruning
Dead fronds and leaves can be removed.
Fertilizer
Mix the recommended amount of liquid fertilizer and water in a watering can. Then simply pour the mix into the soil as if you're watering the plant.

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Sunlight
All plants require light for photosynthesis, the process within a plant that converts light, oxygen and water into carbohydrates (energy). Plants require this energy in order to grow, bloom and produce seed. Without adequate light, carbohydrates cannot be manufactured, the energy reserves are depleted and plants die. They need 12-14 hours of indirect sunlight.
Soil
Requires a well-drained, loose mixture of potting soil.
Temperature
The warmer the better. Aim for 70 degrees F, if possible, as that is the temperature at which tubers begin to grow.

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Container
Whether your potted plants are indoors or outdoors, proper drainage is an essential element to ensure they stay healthy.
Additional
All parts of the caladium plant are poisonous. Use caution when you have caladiums around children or pets. Ingesting the leaves can cause swelling, eye pain, diarrhea, and vomiting in humans. Pets, including dogs, cats, and horses, can suffer pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue, and lips; excessive drooling; difficulty swallowing; and vomiting (excluding horses).
Popularity
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