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Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia

Also known as

Dorstenia lancifolia

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Dorstenia foetida subsp. lancifolia

Genus

Dorstenia

Family

Moraceae

Order

Rosales

How to care for Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia

💦 Water

How often to water your Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia

Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia in your home

Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🌱 Propagation

Dorstenia foetida ssp. lancifolia can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.