Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella Plant Care
Jamesoniella undulifolia (Nees) K.Müller
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With its unique undulating leaves that resemble mini waves, this plant hails from the cloud forests of Central and South America. Plant collectors are drawn to Jamesoniella undulifolia for its stunning foliage that adds a touch of tropical flair to any indoor garden.
Every 3–7 days
Bright indirect to low light
60–75°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
Water Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella every 3–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to low light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella Native To?
What Is the Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella (Jamesoniella undulifolia) belongs to the Jungermanniaceae family within the Jamesoniella genus. Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella is native to Austria, China, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greenland, North Korea, Norway, Poland, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella is also known as Undulate Jamesoniella.
Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella produces small inconspicuous flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
Jamesoniella undulifolia requires watering every 3–7 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 3–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella Need?
Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella thrives in bright indirect to low light. Avoid placing Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to low light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella Prefer?
Jamesoniella undulifolia grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
Loose, well-draining peat-based mix with added perlite. Good drainage is essential for Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
Feed Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella every 2 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 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
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 Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella can be propagated through division, spores. Similar propagation techniques also apply to jamesoniella colorata plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella, 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 Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella?
Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella is susceptible to 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.
Keep exploring plants
Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella 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 Jamesoniella genus — compare its care with other Jamesoniella species on PlantoScan.
Jamesoniella is part of the Jungermanniaceae plant family — browse all Jungermanniaceae genera and species.
Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Jamesoniella undulifolia (Nees) K.Müller, family Jungermanniaceae (first published in Lebermoose 758 1916) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Wavy-leaved Jamesoniella, 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.
- 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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