Botanico

Plant profile

Freycinetia lenifolia

Freycinetia lenifolia Huynh

Freycinetia lenifolia is an indoor plant with long, narrow leaves that adds an exotic touch. It is grown in pots, preferably in humid environments.

Open-data facts

Climate
Humid tropics: not tolerant of prolonged very dry air.
Origin / area
In the wild, it is commonly associated with: Papua New Guinea.
Native distribution
It appears natively in: New Guinea, Papuasia, Tropical Asia.

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    Basic care

    Watering
    Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry.
    Light
    Too much shade slows it; too much sun stresses it.
    Temperature
    On cold nights, pull it back from exposed glass.
    Humidity
    Air the room a little if the air feels heavy.

    Pet toxicity

    With pets at home, place it high up or in a closed room.

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

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