None Plant Care
Jumellea exilis Schltr.
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Jumellea exilis is a rare orchid species known for its slender, elongated leaves that have a beautiful glossy green color. Native to the forests of Madagascar, this plant thrives in high humidity environments and is popular among orchid enthusiasts for its elegant appearance and delicate flowers.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect to dappled sunlight
60–80°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for None?
Water None every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to dappled sunlight. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the None Native To?
What Is the None?
None (Jumellea exilis) belongs to the Orchidaceae family within the Jumellea genus. None is native to the island of Réunion.
None displays an epiphytic, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately . None produces fragrant, colorful orchid blooms.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a None?
Jumellea exilis 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 None Need?
None thrives in bright indirect to dappled sunlight. Avoid placing None in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to dappled sunlight
What Temperature and Humidity Does the None Prefer?
Jumellea exilis grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. None prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a None?
Loose, well-draining orchid mix with bark and perlite. Good drainage is essential for None to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a None?
Feed None 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 None?
Repot every 1-2 years after flowering. 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 None?
None can be propagated through division, back bulbs. Similar propagation techniques also apply to african vanilla orchid plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the None Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list None, 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 None?
None is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. 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 None Need?
None grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. None is native to the island of Réunion. In cooler regions, grow None as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 11b
Keep exploring plants
None 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 Jumellea genus — compare its care with other Jumellea species on PlantoScan.
Jumellea is part of the Orchidaceae plant family — browse all Orchidaceae genera and species.
None thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Jumellea exilis Schltr., family Orchidaceae (first published in Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 33(2): 429 (1915)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list None, 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 10b – 11b, 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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