L. calcicola Plant Care
Lygisma calcicola (M.R.Hend.) Schneidt, Meve & Liede
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With its striking lance-shaped leaves that are a vibrant shade of green, Lygisma calcicola is native to the limestone cliffs of Madagascar. This unique plant is highly sought after by collectors for its rare and eye-catching appearance, making it a prized addition to any plant collection.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for L. calcicola?
Water L. calcicola every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
What Is the L. calcicola?
L. calcicola (Lygisma calcicola) belongs to the Apocynaceae family within the Lygisma genus. L. calcicola is native to United States. L. calcicola is also known as Calcium-loving Lygisma.
L. calcicola displays a vining, trailing plant growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. L. calcicola produces small, star-shaped flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a L. calcicola?
Lygisma calcicola requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the L. calcicola Need?
L. calcicola thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing L. calcicola in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the L. calcicola Prefer?
Lygisma calcicola grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. L. calcicola prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a L. calcicola?
Well-draining, slightly acidic soil with added perlite for good aeration. Good drainage is essential for L. calcicola to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a L. calcicola?
Feed L. calcicola 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
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a L. calcicola?
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 L. calcicola?
L. calcicola can be propagated through stem cuttings, air layering, division.
Is the L. calcicola Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
Toxic to humans and pets if ingested
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 L. calcicola?
L. calcicola is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites, aphids. 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
L. calcicola 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 Lygisma genus — compare its care with other Lygisma species on PlantoScan.
Lygisma is part of the Apocynaceae plant family — browse all Apocynaceae genera and species.
L. calcicola thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Lygisma calcicola (M.R.Hend.) Schneidt, Meve & Liede, family Apocynaceae (first published in Phytotaxa 369(3): 171. 2018 [18 Sep 2018] [epublished]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: L. calcicola 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.
- 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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