Nothocnide repanda Plant Care

Nothocnide repanda Blume

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Nothocnide repanda is a species of plants in the nettle family Urticaceae native to Indonesia, the Philippines, the Caroline Islands, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and the Australian state of Queensland.

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Water

Every 7–10 days

Light

Bright indirect light

Temp

65–75°F

Humidity

50–70%

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How do you care for Nothocnide repanda?

Water Nothocnide repanda every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.

Where Is the Nothocnide repanda Native To?

Native range7 countries

What Is the Nothocnide repanda?

Nothocnide repanda (Nothocnide repanda) belongs to the Urticaceae family within the Nothocnide genus. Nothocnide repanda is native to Indonesia, the Philippines, the Caroline Islands, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and the Australian state of Queensland.

Nothocnide repanda displays a compact, spreading perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Nothocnide repanda produces small, inconspicuous flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

How Often Should You Water a Nothocnide repanda?

Nothocnide repanda 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 Nothocnide repanda Need?

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

Light Requirement

Bright indirect light

What Temperature and Humidity Does the Nothocnide repanda Prefer?

Nothocnide repanda grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Nothocnide repanda prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Temperature

65–75°F

Humidity

50–70%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a Nothocnide repanda?

Well-draining, rich soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Nothocnide repanda to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a Nothocnide repanda?

Feed Nothocnide repanda 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 Nothocnide repanda?

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 Nothocnide repanda?

Nothocnide repanda can be propagated through stem cuttings, division.

Is the Nothocnide repanda Toxic to Pets and Children?

Pet safety not verified

The ASPCA does not list Nothocnide repanda, 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 Nothocnide repanda?

Nothocnide repanda is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. 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 Nothocnide repanda Need?

Nothocnide repanda grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Nothocnide repanda is native to Indonesia, the Philippines, the Caroline Islands, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and the Australian state of Queensland. In cooler regions, grow Nothocnide repanda as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 13b

Keep exploring plants

Nothocnide repanda 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 Nothocnide genus — compare its care with other Nothocnide species on PlantoScan.

Nothocnide is part of the Urticaceae plant family — browse all Urticaceae genera and species.

Nothocnide repanda thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

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Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Nothocnide repanda Blume, family Urticaceae (first published in Mus. Bot. 2: 137 (1856)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
  • Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Nothocnide repanda, 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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