Botanico

Plant profile

Freycinetia lenifolia

Freycinetia lenifolia Huynh

Freycinetia lenifolia is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, characterized by its elongated leaves and tropical appearance. It thrives in a humid and well-drained environment.

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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