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Aciotis circaeifolia Plant Care
Aciotis circaeifolia (Bonpl.) Triana
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Aciotis circaeifolia is known for its unique circular-shaped leaves that resemble the shape of a coin. This plant is native to South America and thrives in tropical climates. Plant enthusiasts are drawn to Aciotis circaeifolia for its striking foliage and easy care requirements.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Aciotis circaeifolia?
Water Aciotis circaeifolia every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
What Is the Aciotis circaeifolia?
Aciotis circaeifolia (Aciotis circaeifolia) belongs to the Melastomataceae family within the Aciotis genus. Aciotis circaeifolia is native to South America. Aciotis circaeifolia is also known as Circaea-leaved aciotis.
Aciotis circaeifolia displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Aciotis circaeifolia produces small, delicate purple blooms in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aciotis circaeifolia?
Aciotis circaeifolia requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Aciotis circaeifolia Need?
Aciotis circaeifolia thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Aciotis circaeifolia in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aciotis circaeifolia Prefer?
Aciotis circaeifolia grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Aciotis circaeifolia prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Aciotis circaeifolia?
Well-draining, acidic soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Aciotis circaeifolia to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Aciotis circaeifolia?
Feed Aciotis circaeifolia every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Aciotis circaeifolia?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Aciotis circaeifolia?
Aciotis circaeifolia can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.
Is the Aciotis circaeifolia Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Aciotis circaeifolia, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Aciotis circaeifolia?
Aciotis circaeifolia is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Aciotis circaeifolia Need?
Aciotis circaeifolia grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Aciotis circaeifolia is native to South America. In cooler regions, grow Aciotis circaeifolia as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 11a – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Aciotis circaeifolia is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aciotis genus (family Melastomataceae) — search all Aciotis species in the plant lookup.
Aciotis circaeifolia thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aciotis circaeifolia (Bonpl.) Triana, family Melastomataceae (first published in Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 52 (1871 publ. 1872)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Aciotis circaeifolia, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Luan Mazzeo, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 11a – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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