Soleirolia - Soleirolia (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Soleirolia

Soleirolia are popular indoor plants but they can also be used as a moss substitute in Japanese and shade gardens. They produce slender stems covered in tiny leaves. The stems spread rapidly across surfaces, creating an attractive green mat. Soleirolia establish quickly and spread by propagation. The spreading stems can develop their own individual root systems.

Scientific classification

Genus

Soleirolia (Soleirolia)

Family

Nettle

Order

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Soleirolia

Species

Baby's tears

Care Guide for Soleirolia

Every week

Water

Full shade

Sunlight

5 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Soleirolia prefers consistent moisture and high humidity, essential for its health. Water weekly to maintain balance, avoiding over-saturation. Regular misting helps replicate its tropical habitat, making it ideal for indoor growth as an evergreen plant.

Propagation: Soleirolia is propagated by division or cuttings, requiring warm temperatures, high humidity, and indirect light. Use well-draining, consistently moist soil. Avoid direct sunlight and water stagnation. Propagation is easy for beginners, with roots establishing within weeks; monitor for rot due to overwatering.

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