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Lasimorpha senegalensis Plant Care
Lasimorpha senegalensis Schott
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This unique plant is known for its striking bright-green leaves that resemble large butterfly wings. Originally from Senegal, Lasimorpha senegalensis is highly sought after by plant collectors for its rare and attractive foliage, making it a standout addition to any indoor collection.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect to low light
65–80°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Lasimorpha senegalensis?
Water Lasimorpha senegalensis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to low light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 60–80% 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.
Where Is the Lasimorpha senegalensis Native To?
What Is the Lasimorpha senegalensis?
Lasimorpha senegalensis (Lasimorpha senegalensis) belongs to the Araceae family within the Lasimorpha genus. Lasimorpha senegalensis is native to western and central Africa, from Liberia east to Chad and south to Angola.
Lasimorpha senegalensis displays a clumping, epiphytic vine growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Lasimorpha senegalensis produces small, white spadix surrounded by green spathe.
Leaf size: approximately 10 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Lasimorpha senegalensis?
Lasimorpha senegalensis 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 Lasimorpha senegalensis Need?
Lasimorpha senegalensis thrives in bright indirect to low light. Avoid placing Lasimorpha senegalensis 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 Lasimorpha senegalensis Prefer?
Lasimorpha senegalensis grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Lasimorpha senegalensis prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Lasimorpha senegalensis?
Loose, well-draining potting mix with added perlite and orchid bark. Good drainage is essential for Lasimorpha senegalensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Lasimorpha senegalensis?
Feed Lasimorpha senegalensis 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 Lasimorpha senegalensis?
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 Lasimorpha senegalensis?
Lasimorpha senegalensis can be propagated through division of rhizomes, air layering.
Is the Lasimorpha senegalensis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
Mildly toxic to humans and pets, can cause skin irritation
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 Lasimorpha senegalensis?
Lasimorpha senegalensis is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, 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 Lasimorpha senegalensis Need?
Lasimorpha senegalensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Lasimorpha senegalensis is native to western and central Africa, from Liberia east to Chad and south to Angola. In cooler regions, grow Lasimorpha senegalensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 11a – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Lasimorpha senegalensis 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 Lasimorpha genus — compare its care with other Lasimorpha species on PlantoScan.
Lasimorpha is part of the Araceae plant family — browse all Araceae genera and species.
Lasimorpha senegalensis copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Lasimorpha senegalensis Schott, family Araceae (first published in Bonplandia (Hannover) 5: 127 (1857)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Lasimorpha senegalensis 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.
- Photo: Valentin Moser, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 11a – 12b, 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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