Dischidia vidalii

Dischidia vidalii is a unique plant in appearance and growth habit. Occasionally grown as a container plant, it produces small, pouch-like leaves. Ants deposit and fertilize the soil in the pouches, allowing the plant to grow roots. The insects are also responsible for fertilizing the plant.

Scientific classification

Species

Dischidia vidalii (Dischidia vidalii)

Gentians, dogbanes, madders, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Vine

Plant Type

All year round

Bloom Time

2 ft

Plant Height

Green

Leaf Color

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Dischidia vidalii

Every 3 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Succulent & Cactus Soil

Soil Type

Water: Dischidia vidalii thrives in periods of rainfall and dry spells, adapting to drier conditions with moderate drought tolerance. Water sparingly, ideally every three weeks. Typically grown indoors, dischidia vidalii benefits from regulated humidity to maintain moisture, especially during its active growing season.

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