Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Plant Care
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Lindau
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Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis is a species of flowering plant belonging to the family Acanthaceae. It is a subshrub native to central and southwestern Mexico.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
Water Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis 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.
Where Is the Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Native To?
What Is the Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis (Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis) belongs to the Acanthaceae family within the Chalarothyrsus genus. Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis is native to central and southwestern Mexico.
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis displays a compact, clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis produces tubular flowers in shades of red, pink, purple, or white.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis 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 Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Need?
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Prefer?
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis 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 Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
Moist, well-draining soil with added organic matter like compost or peat moss. Good drainage is essential for Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
Feed Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis 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 Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
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 Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis can be propagated through softwood cuttings, division of offsets, seeds.
Is the Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis, 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 Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis?
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, whiteflies. 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 Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Need?
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis is native to central and southwestern Mexico. In cooler regions, grow Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis 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 Chalarothyrsus genus — compare its care with other Chalarothyrsus species on PlantoScan.
Chalarothyrsus is part of the Acanthaceae plant family — browse all Acanthaceae genera and species.
Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis Lindau, family Acanthaceae (first published in Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 4: 327 (1904)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Chalarothyrsus amplexicaulis, 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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