Micklethwaitia carvalhoi Plant Care
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi (Harms) G.P.Lewis & Schrire
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Micklethwaitia is a monotypic genus of legume in the family Fabaceae. Its only species, Micklethwaitia carvalhoi, is endemic to Mozambique.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Water Micklethwaitia carvalhoi 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 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Micklethwaitia carvalhoi Native To?
What Is the Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi (Micklethwaitia carvalhoi) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Micklethwaitia genus. Micklethwaitia carvalhoi is native to Mozambique.
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi displays a vining, trailing plant growth habit, reaching up to 2.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Micklethwaitia carvalhoi produces small clusters of yellow pea-like flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi 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 Micklethwaitia carvalhoi Need?
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Micklethwaitia carvalhoi in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Micklethwaitia carvalhoi Prefer?
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Micklethwaitia carvalhoi prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Micklethwaitia carvalhoi to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Feed Micklethwaitia carvalhoi 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 Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Repot annually 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 Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Micklethwaitia carvalhoi Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Micklethwaitia carvalhoi, 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 Micklethwaitia carvalhoi?
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, mealybugs. 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 Micklethwaitia carvalhoi Need?
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Micklethwaitia carvalhoi is native to Mozambique. In cooler regions, grow Micklethwaitia carvalhoi as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi 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 Micklethwaitia genus — compare its care with other Micklethwaitia species on PlantoScan.
Micklethwaitia is part of the Fabaceae plant family — browse all Fabaceae genera and species.
Micklethwaitia carvalhoi thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Micklethwaitia carvalhoi (Harms) G.P.Lewis & Schrire, family Fabaceae (first published in Kew Bull. 59: 166 (2004)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Micklethwaitia carvalhoi, 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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