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How to Grow and Care for Gomphandra

Gomphandra requires meticulous care and attention, making it a challenging plant for most gardeners. Requires high humidity and consistently moist soil to thrive. Needs indirect but bright light to prevent leaf burn. Particularly sensitive to temperature fluctuations and drafty locations.

Watering schedule: Every 2-3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Gomphandra

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2-3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil pH	6-6.5

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Types of Gomphandra

Four-stamen gomphandra

Four-stamen gomphandra is a small, flowering evergreen tree. The Latin name, Gomphandra tetandra (Gomphandra tetrandra), translates to “thick silk wood” or “coarse silk wood.” It is found in the wild primarily in India and Sri Lanka.

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