Rhyncholacis clavigera Plant Care
Rhyncholacis clavigera (P.Royen) B.R.Ruhfel & C.T.Philbrick
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Rhyncholacis clavigera is a species of aquatic plant in the family Podostemaceae. It is found in the Caño Cristales river in Colombia.
Every 7–14 days
Low to medium light
65–80°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Rhyncholacis clavigera?
Water Rhyncholacis clavigera every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it low to medium light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 60–80% humidity.
Where Is the Rhyncholacis clavigera Native To?
What Is the Rhyncholacis clavigera?
Rhyncholacis clavigera (Rhyncholacis clavigera) belongs to the Podostemaceae family within the Rhyncholacis genus. Rhyncholacis clavigera is native to the Caño Cristales river in Colombia.
Rhyncholacis clavigera displays a low rosette, creeping growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Rhyncholacis clavigera produces tiny inconspicuous flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 1 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Rhyncholacis clavigera?
Rhyncholacis clavigera requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Rhyncholacis clavigera Need?
Rhyncholacis clavigera thrives in low to medium light. The optimal light range is 100–500 lux. Avoid placing Rhyncholacis clavigera in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Low to medium light
100–500 lux
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Rhyncholacis clavigera Prefer?
Rhyncholacis clavigera grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Rhyncholacis clavigera prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Rhyncholacis clavigera?
Moist, rocky substrate with high mineral content. Good drainage is essential for Rhyncholacis clavigera to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Rhyncholacis clavigera?
Repot only when necessary, as it prefers stable substrate. 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 Rhyncholacis clavigera?
Rhyncholacis clavigera can be propagated through vegetative propagation through fragmentation.
Is the Rhyncholacis clavigera Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Rhyncholacis clavigera, 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 Rhyncholacis clavigera?
Rhyncholacis clavigera is susceptible to no common pests known. 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 Rhyncholacis clavigera Need?
Rhyncholacis clavigera grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Rhyncholacis clavigera is native to the Caño Cristales river in Colombia. In cooler regions, grow Rhyncholacis clavigera as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Rhyncholacis clavigera 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 Rhyncholacis genus — compare its care with other Rhyncholacis species on PlantoScan.
Rhyncholacis is part of the Podostemaceae plant family — browse all Podostemaceae genera and species.
Rhyncholacis clavigera copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Rhyncholacis clavigera (P.Royen) B.R.Ruhfel & C.T.Philbrick, family Podostemaceae (first published in Phytotaxa 357(2): 109. 2018 [22 Jun 2018] [epublished]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Rhyncholacis clavigera, 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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