African Bowstring-hemp Care

Let the soil dry between waterings. During winter, reduce watering to monthly, or whenever the soil is dry to the touch. Water these plants every other week during the growing season. During the winter months, the plants are given only enough water to keep the foliage from wilting.

Never remove more than a third of the foliage in any one year and cut just above a node on the stem.

Use a balanced fertilizer with a 10-10-10 formula.

They grow at their best close to a window in partial sun and shade.

Prefer fertile soil, preferably loose and loamy with adequate drainage.

An ideal temperature is anywhere between 60-85°F (15-29°C). S. Hyacinthoides has an excellent heat tolerance but it can't handle extreme low temperatures. Exposing the plant to lower than 40°F (4°C) may cause leaf damage.

Plants that don't like a lot of moisture will need a drainage hole for moisture to escape and for airflow to circulate through the pot. Another important function of drainage holes is to allow water to flush the soil of excess salts from fertilizers. Terracotta containers are a good choice for cactus gardens. They let water evaporate faster than other materials. Terracotta containers are a good choice for cactus gardens. They let water evaporate faster than other materials.

Although the plant has medicinal uses when applied topically, it isn't proved safe to ingest. Like most Sansevieria, the plant contains a toxin called Saponin. Consuming the plant in large amounts can cause nausea, vomiting, drooling and diarrhea. Keep away from children and pets.

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