Alternanthera grows very well as a houseplant. The 'Ruby Flake' variety has small, wavy green and pink leaves. We love it for its fast growth and compact shape. It is recommended to pinch the tips of the stems (like basil) to encourage branching and the development of its dense foliage. During its growing season (summer), it prefers moist soil. Therefore, it is important to water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist, but not soggy.
Caution! Risk of toxicity if swallowed.
- Family: Amaranthaceae.
- Origin: South America
- Watering:
- Fall-Winter: Allow the surface of the soil to dry between waterings
- Spring-Summer: Keep the soil slightly moist.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Light and draining.
- Brightness: Moderate to high.
- Orientation: East, West or South
- Growth: Fast.
- Temperature: Average, never below -9ᵒC.
- Between 16ᵒC and 18ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 6 cm and 10 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
