Scaphophyllum speciosum Plant Care
Scaphophyllum speciosum (Horik.) Inoue
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Solenostoma speciosum is a species of liverwort in the family Solenostomataceae. It is found in Bhutan, China, Nepal, and Taiwan.
Bright indirect light
At a glance
How do you care for Scaphophyllum speciosum?
Scaphophyllum speciosum grows best in bright indirect light.
What Is the Scaphophyllum speciosum?
Scaphophyllum speciosum (Scaphophyllum speciosum) belongs to the Solenostomataceae family within the Scaphophyllum genus. Scaphophyllum speciosum is native to Bhutan, China, Nepal, and Taiwan.
Scaphophyllum speciosum displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Scaphophyllum speciosum produces small, inconspicuous flowers.
What Light Does the Scaphophyllum speciosum Need?
Scaphophyllum speciosum thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Scaphophyllum speciosum 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 Scaphophyllum speciosum?
Loose, well-draining potting mix with added peat moss and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Scaphophyllum speciosum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Scaphophyllum speciosum?
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 Scaphophyllum speciosum?
Scaphophyllum speciosum can be propagated through division, spores.
Is the Scaphophyllum speciosum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Scaphophyllum speciosum, 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.
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What Pests and Diseases Affect the Scaphophyllum speciosum?
Scaphophyllum speciosum is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. 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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Scaphophyllum speciosum 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 Scaphophyllum genus (family Solenostomataceae) — search all Scaphophyllum species in the plant lookup.
Scaphophyllum speciosum thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Scaphophyllum speciosum (Horik.) Inoue, family Solenostomataceae (first published in J. Jap. Bot. 41: 266 1966) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Scaphophyllum speciosum, 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.
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