How to Grow and Care for Exacum

Exacum thrives in bright, indirect light and requires consistently moist soil, ensuring it does not dry out completely. Special care points include maintaining high humidity levels and pinching back spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Overall, it is an easy plant to care for, perfect for adding a touch of color indoors.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Exacum

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Potting Mix, Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Hardiness Zones	10-12

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Types of Exacum

Exacum paucisquamum

Exacum paucisquamum (Exacum paucisquamum) is a dainty herb, growing only to about 7 cm high on a thin white to light green stem. Its flowers are highly symmetrical, with four long, thin purple petals forming a cross around bright yellow anthers.

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