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Jacaranda

About Jacaranda

Jacaranda is a popular houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Jacaranda belongs to the Jacaranda genus, and is native to Argentina and Bolivia.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Jacaranda mimosifolia

Genus

Jacaranda

Family

Bignoniaceae

Order

Lamiales

Also known as

Blue jacaranda, Black poui, The fern tree and Jacaranda mimosifolia.

How to care for Jacaranda

💦 Water

How often to water your Jacaranda

Jacaranda 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 Jacaranda in your home

Jacaranda love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Jacaranda does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Jacaranda in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Jacaranda

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Jacaranda: 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 Jacaranda after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Jacaranda is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Jacaranda →

Common Jacaranda Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Jacaranda 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.

Jacaranda Water Frequency →

Jacaranda Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Jacaranda requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Jacaranda Light Requirements →

Jacaranda Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 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.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Jacaranda will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

How and When to Prune Jacaranda →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Jacaranda can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Jacaranda Temperature Tolerance →

🧐 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.