This houseplant was first brought to Europe by a Norwegian missionary in 1944 from southern China, where it is native from.
It requires a constant room temperature and regular watering. If kept at around 10⁰ C in winter, it can bloom but this is not really recommended because it weakens the growth of the leaves. The ideal position as far as light is concerned is a semi-shady place or a place in indirect sun light. In semi-shaded spots, the leaves grow bigger. It is also recommended to rotate the plant every so often so that it does not grow asymmetrically. It reproduces very easily (perhaps that is why it has not been in nurseries for so long), with new shoots constantly sprouting that are easily separated from the mother plant. Although easily propagated it can rarely be seen in nature as well as Monstera deliciosa, which is also a popular houseplant that is not common in its natural habitat.
This plant is not poisonous to humans or pets.
From diseases and pests, it is most often attacked by aphids, and root rot if watered excessively.
A cute plant with a slightly simple, yet cosmic look, it is ideal for those who want a photogenic plant that does not require much effort.
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