Botanico

Plant profile

Rauvolfia atlantica

Rauvolfia atlantica Emygdio

Rauvolfia atlantica is an outdoor plant with attractive foliage and glossy leaves. It thrives in well-drained soil and requires direct sunlight.

Open-data facts

Life form
It is a woody plant with a bushy to low tree-like form.
Climate
Humid tropics: not tolerant of prolonged very dry air.
Origin / area
In the wild, it is commonly associated with: Brazil (Bahia).

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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
    Prolonged cold slows growth.
    Humidity
    No humidifier required, but a little freshness helps.

    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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