Burmeistera domingensis Plant Care
Burmeistera domingensis Jeppesen
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Burmeistera domingensis is a species of plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is endemic to Ecuador.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Burmeistera domingensis?
Water Burmeistera domingensis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Burmeistera domingensis Native To?
What Is the Burmeistera domingensis?
Burmeistera domingensis (Burmeistera domingensis) belongs to the Campanulaceae family within the Burmeistera genus. Burmeistera domingensis is native to Ecuador.
Burmeistera domingensis displays a vining, climbing plant growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Burmeistera domingensis produces tubular flowers in shades of red, orange, or yellow.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Burmeistera domingensis?
Burmeistera domingensis 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 Burmeistera domingensis Need?
Burmeistera domingensis thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Burmeistera domingensis in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Burmeistera domingensis Prefer?
Burmeistera domingensis grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Burmeistera domingensis prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Burmeistera domingensis?
Well-draining, rich potting mix with added perlite for aeration. Good drainage is essential for Burmeistera domingensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Burmeistera domingensis?
Feed Burmeistera domingensis 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 Burmeistera domingensis?
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 Burmeistera domingensis?
Burmeistera domingensis can be propagated through stem cuttings, division, air layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to burmeistera anderssonii plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Burmeistera domingensis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Burmeistera domingensis, 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 Burmeistera domingensis?
Burmeistera domingensis is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, mealybugs. 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 Burmeistera domingensis Need?
Burmeistera domingensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Burmeistera domingensis is native to Ecuador. In cooler regions, grow Burmeistera domingensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Burmeistera domingensis 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 Burmeistera genus — compare its care with other Burmeistera species on PlantoScan.
Burmeistera is part of the Campanulaceae plant family — browse all Campanulaceae genera and species.
Burmeistera domingensis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Burmeistera Species
Other Burmeistera species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Burmeistera domingensis Jeppesen, family Campanulaceae (first published in Fl. Ecuador 14(188): 20 (1981)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Burmeistera domingensis, 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.
- 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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