Hypoestes phyllostachya

Polka Dot Plant

Easy careTerrestrialNon-toxic10–60 cm

A bushy foliage plant with green leaves splashed in pink, red, or white spots. The colour is most vivid in bright indirect light and fades in low light. It does best in warm, humid conditions and works well as a mid-height accent among lower-growing terrarium plants.

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Care

Prefers high humidity, bright indirect light, with 20–25 °C, and reaches 60 cm at maturity.

Light

Bright indirect(preferred)

Humidity

High (60–80%)(preferred)

Temperature

20°C30°C40°C
20°C – 25°C

Soil

Peat moss(preferred)Well draining

Moisture

Moist(preferred)

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Propagation

No description available.

Native range

Native to South Tropical Africa and Southern Africa.

Appearance

Growth habit

UprightBushy

Leaf shape

Oval

Leaf texture

FineVelvety

Frequently asked

Can Polka Dot Plant grow in a closed terrarium?

Yes. Polka Dot Plant prefers high (60–80%) humidity, which is what a closed terrarium provides, and tolerates bright-indirect-light-loving conditions.

Does Polka Dot Plant need drainage?

Polka Dot Plant prefers a moist substrate. Drainage is helpful but not critical; consistent moisture matters more.

What humidity does Polka Dot Plant need?

Polka Dot Plant does best in high (60–80%) humidity.

Is Polka Dot Plant pet-safe?

Polka Dot Plant is considered non-toxic to common household pets.

How tall does Polka Dot Plant grow?

Polka Dot Plant typically reaches 10–60 cm at maturity.

How do you propagate Polka Dot Plant?

Polka Dot Plant can be propagated by stem cuttings.

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