Neraudia ovata Plant Care

Neraudia ovata (Neraudia ovata) belongs to the Urticaceae family within the Neraudia genus. Neraudia ovata is native to the Big Island of Hawaii.

Neraudia ovata displays a low rosette, spreading ground cover growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Neraudia ovata produces small inconspicuous flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Neraudia ovata every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Neraudia ovata thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Neraudia ovata in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Neraudia ovata tolerates temperatures of 65–75°F. Neraudia ovata prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Well-draining loamy soil with added perlite for improved drainage. Good drainage is essential for Neraudia ovata to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Neraudia ovata every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with bright indirect light and well-draining loamy soil with added perlite for improved drainage. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Neraudia ovata is suited to USDA Zone 13b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Neraudia ovata can spread to about 1 ft (0.3 m) and reach about 1 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 1 ft (0.3 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Neraudia ovata while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Neraudia ovata is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Neraudia ovata can be propagated through stem cuttings, division of offsets, air layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to neraudia angulata plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Neraudia ovata 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.

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Neraudia ovata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Neraudia ovata is native to the Big Island of Hawaii. In cooler regions, grow Neraudia ovata as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.