Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant Plant Care
Ancylobothrys tayloris (Stapf) Pichon
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Native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, this plant's most distinctive feature is its large, glossy, paddle-shaped leaves that have a striking metallic sheen. Ancylobothrys tayloris is highly sought after by plant collectors for its unique foliage and rare beauty, making it a prized addition to any indoor jungle.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
Water Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant 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 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
What Is the Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant (Ancylobothrys tayloris) belongs to the Apocynaceae family within the Ancylobothrys genus. Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant is native to Brazil, Colombia. Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant is also known as Variegated Ancylobothrys.
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant displays a tall, vine-like climber growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant produces small, fragrant white flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
Ancylobothrys tayloris 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 Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant Need?
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant Prefer?
Ancylobothrys tayloris grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
Well-draining, sandy soil mix with added organic matter for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
Feed Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant every 6 months 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 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
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 Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant can be propagated through stem cuttings, air layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to cape ancylobothrys plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
Toxic to humans and pets, especially if ingested
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 Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant?
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites, 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 Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant Need?
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant is native to Brazil, Colombia. In cooler regions, grow Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant 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 Ancylobothrys genus — compare its care with other Ancylobothrys species on PlantoScan.
Ancylobothrys is part of the Apocynaceae plant family — browse all Apocynaceae genera and species.
Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Ancylobothrys tayloris (Stapf) Pichon, family Apocynaceae (first published in Mém. Inst. Franç. Afrique Noire 35: 284 (1953)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Taylor's Fancy Leaf Plant is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- 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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