Botanico

Plant profile

Astephanus zeyheri

Astephanus zeyheri Turcz.

Astephanus zeyheri is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, known for its visual appeal. It requires moderate care for growth.

Open-data facts

Life form
Vital form of climbing shrub: requires a support or nearby vegetation.
Climate
Native climate: subtropical. Mild winters and good brightness for much of the year.
Origin / area
According to taxonomic sources, it comes from: S. Cape Prov..

Basic care

Watering
Water thoroughly, then wait for the surface to dry again.
Light
Rotate the pot now and then for even growth.
Temperature
If it gets very hot, ventilate and watch watering.
Humidity
A middle humidity level keeps the plant steady.

Pet toxicity

Treat it as a pet-risk plant: distance and supervision.

Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).

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