Botanico

Plant profile

Rotheca quadrangulata

Rotheca quadrangulata (B.Thomas) R.Fern.

Rotheca quadrangulata is an outdoor plant with an attractive appearance due to its square-shaped leaves. It thrives in well-drained soils and requires direct sunlight.

Open-data facts

Life form
Its biology is that of a shrub.
Climate
Tropical climate with a dry season: warmth and a clearly defined dry period.
Origin / area
In the wild, it is commonly associated with: Tanzania to Zambia.

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    Ecological interactions

    • Eaten by:

      Columba arquatrix, Bycanistes brevis, Tauraco schalowi, Tauraco livingstonii, Treron calvus, Bycanistes bucinator, Arizelocichla milanjensis, Arizelocichla fusciceps…

    Basic care

    Watering
    Check the mix with a finger before every watering.
    Light
    An east or west window with some filter often works well.
    Temperature
    Prefers mild to warm heat; watch for frost.
    Humidity
    A middle humidity level keeps the plant steady.

    Pet toxicity

    Often a safer choice in homes with pets.

    Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).

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