Creeping Inchplant

Creeping Inchplant Care

Callisia repens

What is the plant

Creeping Inchplant is a small creeping succulent plant belonging to the Commelinaceae family and native to the tropical climate of South and Central America. The plant is unpretentious in care and perfectly complements the decorative elements of the garden and the house, as it is non-toxic and looks good. It is worth noting that more than 20 species of this plant differ little from each other, but this does not prevent them from being popular among collectors who want to collect them all.

Callisia repens is easily identified by its waxy bright green, pink, or cream leaves that are oval with pink or purple stripes and can grow up to 4 cm (1.6 in) long. The leaves are located along the fleshy stem, are close to each other, and have a burgundy shade from below.
The white flowers are odorless, borne in clusters, usually up to 0.2 cm (0.1 in) in diameter, and bloom in late spring and early summer. As for the seeds, they are found in small fruits that look like capsules and have a dark color.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Shade

Temperature

15°C - 19°C

Hardiness zone

9a - 11b

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Once a week, water the plant with filtered or rainwater after the top layer of soil has completely dried.
Pruning
Periodically remove wilted and excessively dense branches.
Fertilizer
Use a special fertilizer for indoor plants once every two weeks in the summer.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
The plant needs medium to bright sunlight, so it should be placed near a well-lit window to ensure healthy development.
Soil
A well-drained potting mix for cacti or succulents with nutrients is best.
Propagation
With a disinfected blade, cut a healthy cutting to 10 cm (4 inches) long, then place in water and wait for roots to appear; after, plant in well-drained and slightly moist soil with proper care.

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Temperature
The optimum temperature for Creeping Inchplant is 60-80˚F (15-26°C).
Container
A container made of any material and with a sufficient number of drainage holes will do.
Fun fact
The plant has many interesting names, among which the most memorable are "turtle vine" and "pink lady plant".