• Prefers bright, indirect light

• Can adapt to some direct morning sun, but avoid harsh afternoon rays

• Low light will lead to leaf drop or slow growth

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry

• Use room temperature water to avoid shocking the roots

• Ensure proper drainage—never let it sit in soggy soil

• In winter, reduce watering as growth slows

• Thrives in 60–75°F

• Prefers moderate to high humidity

• Avoid sudden temperature shifts, drafts, and heating vents

❌ Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested
May cause mouth irritation, drooling, or stomach upset—keep out of reach of pets

• Comes in a 8” nursery pot

• Use a well-draining potting mix (ideally peat-based with perlite or bark)

• Repot every 1–2 years, or when roots begin to crowd

• Bush form typically grows 2–3 feet indoors, but may reach up to 5 feet over time

• Branches naturally for a fuller look

• Large, leathery leaves grow upright and fan outward

• Rarely flowers indoors

• Wipe leaves regularly with a damp cloth to remove dust and enhance shine

• Rotate regularly for even growth

• Moderate to fast under ideal conditions

• Slows considerably in winter or low light

• Prune to shape and control height

• Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the base

• Can be pruned to encourage branching

• Enters a semi-dormant state in colder months

• Growth slows, and it may shed a few leaves

• Reduce watering and avoid repotting during this period

• Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer

• Do not fertilize in winter

• Avoid overfeeding—dilute fertilizer to half strength