Plant profile
Elatostema mafuluense
Elatostema mafuluense L.M.Perry
Elatostema mafuluense is an outdoor plant with attractive foliage and vigorous growth, suitable for gardens. It is easy to cultivate and adapts well to various soil conditions.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Grows for several years; in a good spot, it can become somewhat woody at the base.
- Climate
- Originates from humid tropics: frequent rain and little extreme drought.
- Origin / area
- Documented area of origin: New Guinea.
Basic care
- Watering
- Check the mix with a finger before every watering.
- Light
- Prefers plentiful soft light for most of the day.
- Temperature
- Fits typical home ranges (neither icy nor baking).
- Humidity
- A middle humidity level keeps the plant steady.
Pet toxicity
On common guidance, it is not usually toxic to cats or dogs.
Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15610083) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (4098014) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (852012-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000665811) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).