Hydrocera triflora
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Hydrocera triflora

Marsh henna

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
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Observations
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Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Hydrocera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Balsaminaceae (balsams). It contains a single species, Hydrocera triflora, from Southeast Asia. It is the only other genus in the family Balsaminaceae besides Impatiens.

Care Guide

💧 Water

Hydrocera triflora flourishes in humid environments, typically found in tropical rainforests. It requires watering every 1-2 weeks and is sensitive to both drought and excessive moisture. As an evergreen species, it can be cultivated either indoors or outdoors, but it needs consistent humidity to thrive.

☀️ Light Partial sun
Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Marsh Henna comes from tropical areas where the climate is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is adapted to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a stable thermal environment, so avoiding temperature fluctuations indoors is important. It typically cannot withstand cold conditions and requires warmer temperatures for growth. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or die.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil
🌱 Fertilizer
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

For Hydrocera triflora, it is best to prune in the early to late spring to promote growth and flowering. Begin by removing any dead branches and thinning out crowded areas to improve air circulation. Regular pruning helps the plant grow fuller and reduces the risk of diseases. Always use clean, sharp tools to prevent infections. Adjust the frequency of your pruning based on the plant's new growth patterns.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Hydrocera
Family
Balsaminaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall
Native Area
Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Laos, Thailand, China

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en Marsh henna