Micranthemum glomeratum Plant Care
Micranthemum glomeratum (Chapm.) Shinners
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Micranthemum glomeratum, commonly known as manatee mudflower is a species of plant in the family Linderniaceae. This plant is commonly sold incorrectly under the name of a similar species, Micranthemum micranthemoides, in aquascaping.
Bright indirect light
At a glance
How do you care for Micranthemum glomeratum?
Micranthemum glomeratum grows best in bright indirect light.
Where Is the Micranthemum glomeratum Native To?
What Is the Micranthemum glomeratum?
Micranthemum glomeratum (Micranthemum glomeratum) belongs to the Linderniaceae family within the Micranthemum genus. Micranthemum glomeratum is native to Florida and grows on the margins of lakes and streams on sandy substrates.
Micranthemum glomeratum displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Micranthemum glomeratum produces small white or yellow flowers.
What Light Does the Micranthemum glomeratum Need?
Micranthemum glomeratum thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Micranthemum glomeratum in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Micranthemum glomeratum?
Loose, well-draining potting mix with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Micranthemum glomeratum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Micranthemum glomeratum?
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 Micranthemum glomeratum?
Micranthemum glomeratum can be propagated through stem cuttings, division. Similar propagation techniques also apply to small-flowered baby tears plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Micranthemum glomeratum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Micranthemum glomeratum, 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 Micranthemum glomeratum?
Micranthemum glomeratum is susceptible to aphids, 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.
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Micranthemum glomeratum 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 Micranthemum genus — compare its care with other Micranthemum species on PlantoScan.
Micranthemum is part of the Linderniaceae plant family — browse all Linderniaceae genera and species.
Micranthemum glomeratum thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Micranthemum glomeratum (Chapm.) Shinners, family Linderniaceae (first published in Sida 1: 252 (1964)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Micranthemum glomeratum, 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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