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Pellionia Pulchra
Pellionia
Pulchra
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Care Guide
Pellionia Pulchra

Pellionia pulchra, also known as the watermelon vine, is now classified under the genus Procris. It's a fast-growing, Asian plant with variegated green leaves and dark brown veins that can appear orange in certain lighting. The leaves can resemble watermelon rinds or begonia foliage, and may fade to purple or brown with age.

Also Known As

Watermelon Begonia, Watermelon Vine

NAtive To / Origin

Southeast Asia

Family
Urticaceae
Tribe
Elatostemateae
Order
Rosales
Flowering
Yes
No
Pet Friendly
Yes
No
Clade

Tracheophytes, Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids

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Pellionia Pulchra

Tips & Key Care Points

  1. Keep soil moist

Watering

Keep soil moist, not wet.

Water when 1 inch of the top soil is dry. Completely saturate the soil and let all excess water drain out completely before placing in a tray.

  • Prefers filtered water over tap water.
  • Do not mist.

Lighting

Medium, to bright, indirect light.

Soil

Non-chunky well draining terrestrial soil rich in organic matter.

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