Chirita baishouensis Plant Care
Primulina baishouensis (Y.G.Wei, H.Q.Wen & S.H.Zhong) Yin Z.Wang
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Primulina baishouensis is known for its unique lance-shaped leaves with striking silver variegation that adds a touch of elegance to any space. Originating from the mountains of China, this plant thrives in shady, moist environments and is cherished by plant enthusiasts for its rare beauty.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
60–75°F
50–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Chirita baishouensis?
Water Chirita baishouensis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–80% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
What Is the Chirita baishouensis?
Chirita baishouensis (Primulina baishouensis) belongs to the Gesneriaceae family within the Primulina genus. Chirita baishouensis is native to China. Chirita baishouensis is also known as Primulina yingdeensis.
Chirita baishouensis displays a low rosette, clumping habit growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Chirita baishouensis produces tubular flowers in various colors like purple, pink, white.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Chirita baishouensis?
Primulina baishouensis 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 Chirita baishouensis Need?
Chirita baishouensis thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Chirita baishouensis in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Chirita baishouensis Prefer?
Primulina baishouensis grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Chirita baishouensis prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Chirita baishouensis?
Well-draining, humus-rich soil with added perlite for aeration. Good drainage is essential for Chirita baishouensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Chirita baishouensis?
Feed Chirita baishouensis every month 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 month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Chirita baishouensis?
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 Chirita baishouensis?
Chirita baishouensis can be propagated through leaf cuttings, division, seeds. Similar propagation techniques also apply to primulina drakei plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Chirita baishouensis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Chirita baishouensis, 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 Chirita baishouensis?
Chirita baishouensis is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, 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 Chirita baishouensis Need?
Chirita baishouensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10a. Chirita baishouensis is native to China. In cooler regions, grow Chirita baishouensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Chirita baishouensis 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 Primulina genus — compare its care with other Primulina species on PlantoScan.
Primulina is part of the Gesneriaceae plant family — browse all Gesneriaceae genera and species.
Chirita baishouensis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Primulina Species
Other Primulina species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Primulina baishouensis (Y.G.Wei, H.Q.Wen & S.H.Zhong) Yin Z.Wang, family Gesneriaceae (first published in J. Syst. Evol. 49: 60 (2011)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Chirita baishouensis, 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 10a – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- 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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