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One of the limitations for even the best of these guides lie in the individuality of every plant. No two plants are exactly alike and that can cause a lot of discrepancies in how they should be cared for.
Take a Monstera Albo, the variegation (variety in color) can be very unstable on these plants. There are plants that will revert to full green and others that will go completely white. Someone might have made a guide based on a green dominated plant but that plant will have different care requirements than a white dominated plant of the same species.

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This is a great example of a houseplant care guide, it's meant for a specific species of plant not at all generalized.

When it comes to these instruction manuals of sorts, there is really nothing that can be too specific. Some plant owners even make different soil mixes for each specific species of plant they own.

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Amydrium, also called as Epipremnopsis, is a genus in the Araceae family. This genus was described by Heinrich Wilhelm Schott in 1863.

IDENTIFY AMYDRIUM

Amydrium is native from Indo-China to Papua New Guinea. It is found growing on tree trunks or forest floor in tropical humid forest of Borneo, China South-Central, China Southeast, Hainan, Jawa, Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, Vietnam.

It is a small to medium-sized, evergreen root-climbing lianas or creeping to scandent herbs, that usually producing long flagellae with reduced cataphylls. The leaves are often remote from one another, interspersed with few to rather many cataphyll-bearing nodes. They are ovate-cordate to lanceolate or pandurate-trilobed or pinnatifid to pinnatisect, sometimes with round to oval perforations.

The plant of this genus blooms from the erect peduncle with conchiform to ovate, apiculate spathe, sometimes reflexed at anthesis and then deciduous. The spadix is sessile to long-stipitate, sometimes very short. The flowers are bisexual, aperigoniate with white or orange-red when ripe berry and subglobose to heart-shaped seeds.

AMYDRIUM CARE AND CULTURE

Cultural information should only be used as a guide, and should be to be adapted to suit you. Your physical location; where you grow your plants, how much time you have to devote to their care, and many other factors, will need to be taken into account. Only then can you decide on the cultural methods that best suit you and your plants.

Light:

Amydrium grow best in medium to bright indirect light with light level of 10000-20000 lux. While it is tolerant of lower light conditions, you may notice leggy growth as a result. It can withstand 3 hours of direct sunlight but the plant should avoid to get too much direct sun because the leaves will burn. Dappled sunlight is ideal.

Temperature:

The plants in this genus can grow in USDA zone 11-13. It prefers average to warm temperatures of 18-29 °C. Do not expose the plant to temperatures below 15 °C even for a short time because cold air will damage the foliage. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

Humididty:

Amydrium grow best with the humidity level of 50% - 60%. It will thrive in almost any environment, but if you want to give it a special treat, gently mist it once a week. It's best to mist your plant in the morning so the water has plenty of time to evaporate before evening.

Substrate and growing media:

The plant need a well-aerated, quick-draining potting soil that dries out quickly. It thrive in moist soils with high organic matter and grow best when provided with a mossy post or burlap wrapped pole to climb. If given a trellis, it will climb and its leaves will become bigger and more fenestrated.

You can use a blend of large-chunk orchid bark, coarse-grade perlite, and peat moss at equal ratios; and then add about 10% charcoal which helps remove toxicities that can build up (over many months) in the potting mix.

Watering:

Water the plant once weekly. Allow the potting mix to dry out before watering. Water more frequently during warmer months and growth season. Generally, the plant will droop to show that it needs more water. Do not overwater or keep the soil wet for too long, as this will encourage root rot. If the leaves are yellowing due to overwatering, skip a week or two of watering.

Fertilizer:

Feed the plant between every two weeks and once per month during their growing season with a balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength. In the late fall and winter, when growth has slowed down, and the plant is dormant, do not fertilize your plant. Too much fertilizer can burn the foliage of your plant. Before applying fertilizer in any form, make sure the soil is damp.

Pruning:

Trim aerial roots if the plant get too unruly for the space, though tucking them back into the pot is preferred. Unlike some other houseplants, their roots do not damage surfaces.

Pests and diseases:

Wiping dust or debris with a damp sponge or paper towel will keep the plant clean and avoidant of pests. Common pests include mealybugs, aphids, thrips, scale and spider mites. If any are found on the foliage, spray the plant with a direct water stream. Leaves can also be washed with insecticidal soap.

The plant can also develop bacterial diseases such as leaf spot and root rot. Examine the plant periodically for signs of disease and use recommended fungicide and destroy the affected leaves. Correct application and timing are critical.

Propagation:

Amydrium can be propagated by stem cuttings. Stem sections of 10-15 cm long, after removal of leaves, can be placed on a tray filled with an open, humus-rich soil mix at a minimum temperature of 22°C. Rooting takes place in about 2 weeks, and new growth begins from the nodes in about 4 weeks. Once growing strongly, the stem section can be cut into pieces, each bearing a rooted portion, and planted individually.

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Amydrium, also called as Epipremnopsis, is a genus in the Araceae family. This genus was described by Heinrich Wilhelm Schott in 1863. Amydrium is native from Indo-China to Papua New Guinea. It is found growing on tree trunks or forest floor in tropical humid forest of Borneo, China South-Central, China Southeast, Hainan, Jawa, Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, Vietnam.

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This is a not so great example of a plant care guide. It's too generalized and if you approached all houseplants with this information you would probably kill them.

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New Garden Landscaping & Nursery | Landscape, Design & Garden Centers

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(Click here for printable PDF)
With a little bit of tender loving care, houseplants can become a pleasure instead of a mystery, Think you have a brown thumb? Read on, and we'll change it to a green one!

Watering

Most plants indoors need watering ABOUT once a week. Every plant will differ, depending on a number of factors, such as the maturity of the plant's root system, what kind of pot holds the plant, where the plant is placed in relation to sunlight/heat/circulating air and exactly what kind of plant it is. Plants in windows will obviously dry out faster than those exposed to little direct sunlight. Check by looking to see if the soil looks dry; then put your finger into the soil about an inch (to the first joint) to see if it's moist. Plants should become slightly dry between waterings, but don't let them wilt: that's much too dry! To water correctly, pour enough water into the pot so that some comes out of the drainage hole. Discard the extra water. If the plant was very dry, water it again in about fifteen minutes. Don't let any plant stay constantly wet from standing water in the saucer. And keep in mind that more plants die indoors from too much watering than from too little.

lf you're heading out on vacation, you have three options: either arrange for a neighbor to water your plants; try a self-watering pot; or set up a "tent" made of plastic bags to trap moisture around the plant. (Our "plant people" can help you with detailed instructions on how to do this.)

Repotting

If your plant is drying out every few days or stops growing, it may need repotting. Check the roots by gently removing the pot. Roots that are crowded, growing together, or circling the pot need repotting. Choose a pot 2-4 inches larger in diameter than the original. Loosen the plant roots thoroughly but carefully. Set the plant into the new pot so that the base of the plant (where plant meets soil) is at least one inch below the rim, and then add soil all around it. Make sure the soil line doesn't go above the base of the plant. Water thoroughly. (see Repotting Houseplants info sheet)

Cleaning

Taking off dead and dying leaves and cutting brown tips off of leaves will help you plant stay nice looking (and yes, it's perfectly normal for plants to occasionally lose a leaf). A vining plant such as ivy needs to be cut back for neatness. Be aggressive. The farther back you cut your plant, the fuller it will become. In fact, we've seen great results with over grown, scraggly, ugly plants that were cut back almost to the soil line: new growth is lush, shapely, healthy, and generally prettier. Plants breathe through their leaves, so keep them dust-free. This means wiping the leaves off with a damp rag or setting the whole plant in the shower (which would take care of watering, tool). Just be careful that the shower spray doesn't dislodge and wash away the potting soil.

Humidity

Most plants thrive in high humidity; plants like ferns demand it. Unfortunately, our homes are usually very dry compared to outside air. To combat this problem, place a tray or saucer under your houseplants and fill it with pebbles. Add water until it's just below the top of the pebbles (remember, you want to keep those feet dry). As the water evaporates, it will increase the humidity level around the plant. Misting your plants daily is also very good (although droplets of water on plant leaves exposed to direct sunlight can act like a magnifying glass and "burn" the leaves).

Fertilizing

Houseplants need fertilizing with an all-purpose plant food such as Miracle Gro or Schultz Liquid Plant Food about once a month in spring and summer. Follow directions on the package. Flowering plants, like African violets and hibiscus, need fertilizing more often, using a special 12-36-14 fertilizer to keep blooms coming. Some folks also have great success with a diluted solution of fertilizer added to the weekly watering. Obviously, how much food your plant needs will depend on its size, the size of its root ball, and other factors. Just remember that the frequent watering of houseplants (which is necessary because of the pot size) serves to wash nutrients right out of the soil. Since the roots are trapped and unable to "go elsewhere" to look for food (as they would if they were in the ground), they're counting on you for their feeding!

Sunlight

Plants, of course, need light. Check the individual plant tag (or ask one of our New Garden folks) to learn the plant's light requirements . . . or see our information sheets, "Houseplants for Low Light" and "What Do Houseplants Need." A plant that is not getting enough light will become yellowish and won't grow. No amount of fertilizer will change this. Try moving the plant gradually into a brighter area, or consider adding fluorescent or plant lighting. You have many options here - from grow lights that are a self-contained lighting unit, to special bulbs that can be used in any fixture, to specially designed plant stands with fluorescent light fixtures built in. A note about fluorescent lighting: unlike incandescent bulbs, which work until they burn out, fluorescent bulbs lose their "oomph" over time. If you notice that once-thriving plants are beginning to show signs of inadequate lighting, you may want to think about the age of your fluorescent lighting. It may simply be time to replace the bulb.

One thing to remember is that new research is showing that the same kind of full-spectrum light that is necessary for plant health can also have a tremendous impact on our own personal sense of wellness, especially in the less-sunny winter months. You may find that you can add some full-spectrum incandescent bulbs to your regular lighting fixtures and make everyone happier.

On the other side of the scale, plants exposed to too much direct sunlight can show leaf burns. To remedy this, simply move the plant slightly away from the window or add sheer curtains to filter the sunlight.

This and That

Houseplants do not like rapid changes in their environment! If you want to have your houseplants spend the summer outdoors with you, move them out gradually, from a very sheltered, non-sunny location to a progressively brighter and more exposed area. When fall rolls back around, follow the same step-by- step routine in reverse to acclimate your plants to indoor conditions. Also be sure to check for any insects that may have taken up residence in your plants outdoors, and treat with insecticidal soap if necessary BEFORE they (plants and insects together) come inside. If your houseplants are close to a window in winter, they may actually experience some cold damage. How? Try this: on a cold day, touch the glass in your window. Cold, isn't it, even though surrounding air is comfy. if your plant touches that cold glass, they can be damaged as surely as if they were outside. Just give them a few inches clearance, and they should be fine.

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(Click here for printable PDF) With a little bit of tender loving care, houseplants can become a pleasure instead of a mystery, Think you have a brown thumb? Read on, and we'll change it to a green one! Most plants indoors need watering ABOUT once a week.

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Houseplant "instruction manuals" can be found in a plethora of locations. More often than not, a simple google search of the plant name can lead you to a wealth of knowledge but if you really want the good stuff you might have to go hunting on a platform such as Instagram or Facebook. It's much better to get specific and candid advice straight from an experienced grower than a generalized how to for all houseplants.

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Houseplants have been around for centuries and will most likely keep a fairly strong hold on people all over the world. Houseplant care guides will have to branch out as new varieties of plants with new needs are grown.

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Anyone who has tips/tricks to growing happy and healthy houseplants is welcome to make care guides, advice is almost always welcomed.
The makers of these care guides help people a great deal in keeping their plants healthy and happy. While some plants are relatively inexpensive, there are more that cost a fortune. These creators help save people from lost time, money, and heartache.

*** Behold- A Philodendron Billietiae Variegata - one of the
more expensive houseplants on the market. A plant of
this size could easily go for over $15,000.

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In recent years there has been a boom in the popularity of houseplants. Something that has previously been more of an afterthought or decoration is taking over peoples' lives, leaving homes as indoor jungles. Over the pandemic a great deal of people all over the world took solace in their houseplants but how do you care for such plants? I will be examining the genre of houseplant care guides, something key in allowing these plants to thrive.

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Monstera deliciosa var. borsigiana albo-variegata - Redleaf Exotics

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This may just be one of the best variegated aroids there is! The large leaves are heavily streaked in white, some almost completely solid. An awesome performer in our highland and lowland greenhouse that draws a lot of attention! Truly striking and fun conversation piece! THESE DO NOT REVERT!

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Knowledge for newbies and seasoned pros (Exigence and Audience)

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Knowledge for newbies and seasoned pros (Exigence and Audience)

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The reality of being a human is that we aren't perfect. We won't always be able to figure out the problem and that is where the care guides come into play.  Plant owners, whether new or experienced, utilize these on a regular basis. If we have some sort of reference of the proper conditions and needs of the plant we might be able to figure out what's wrong in time to save it from certain death.