hemigraphis
Hemigraphis 'Exotica'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
purple,burgundy
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Hemigraphis 'Exotica' should be watered regularly, every 1 to 2 weeks, or when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Over-watering could be harmful, so it is important to make sure the soil is not soaked.
sunlight
Hemigraphis 'Exotica' should be grown in medium to bright indirect light. Direct sun should be avoided to prevent leaf scorch. The plant prefers bright light for 6-8 hours a day, preferably 4-6 hours in the morning and 2-4 hours in the afternoon. During the winter months, the plant may need to be situated closer to a window to enjoy more indirect sunlight as the days become shorter. To encourage lush growth, the plant should be placed in the brightest spot available in an area with indirect light for most of the day.
pruning
Hemigraphis 'Exotica' should be pruned once or twice a year, generally in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be done lightly, removing no more than 1-third of the plant's growth in any given season. Leaving more than 1-third of the plant's growth in the pruning season could stress the plant and reduce its overall health. When pruning, it is important to make sure that only the dead or damaged foliage is removed to help maintain the overall health of the plant.
