Telegraph Plant

Telegraph Plant Care

Codariocalyx motorius

What is the plant

Often called the dancing plant, the Telegraph plant is unremarkable in its looks but “dances,” which the human eye can see!

Found in southern Asia, this plant has small, green leaves and can reach 2-4 feet tall (.60-1.21 m). As tropical plants, they will require plenty of sunlight and warm temperatures. They are a part of the Pea family of plants and will shed their leaves during the winter months.

The Telegraph’s seeds are slow to grow and can take a few months to sprout. Amazingly, this plant can be stimulated to move by sounds and light!

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

24°C - 35°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This plant requires slightly moist but never soggy soil. You can test the soil by placing your finger in the top inch and if it is dry, water your plant. Allow for drainage and remove the tray when the water has collected.
Pruning
Pruning is not necessary.
Fertilizer
The Telegraph Plant will require fertilizer that has plenty of macronutrients during the spring and summer months but never during winter.

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Sunlight
The Telegraph Plant is known for its dancing leaves that are searching for sunlight! Keep this plant in bright sunlight at all times.
Soil
Standard potting soil will work just fine for the Telegraph Plant. If your soil is draining too slowly, add some sand to help with drainage.
Propagation
Telegraph Plant seeds can grow very quickly or slowly, so patience is key! Propagation for this plant can also happen through stem cuttings and placing them in water.

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Temperature
Keep this plant at 68-95˚F (20 - 35°C) temperatures. Its natural habitat is moist, tropical weather.
Container
Choose a pot with a tray beneath it to allow drainage.
Fun fact
Place this plant in sunlight and watch as it “dances” to follow the sunlight!