Phrynium pubinerve
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Phrynium pubinerve

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
5–7
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
18
Observations
20

Description

Source: leafsnap

Phrynium pubinerve is the type species of the plant genus Phrynium, in the family Marantaceae. It is widespread throughout Asia, with records from India, China, and Indo-China through to New Guinea; no subspecies are listed in the Catalogue of Life.

Care Guide

💧 Water

The packing leaf is a tropical rainforest plant that thrives in environments with high humidity and consistently moist soil. To keep its foliage healthy, it needs to be watered weekly. It prefers balanced moisture levels and is best grown indoors to protect it from harsh conditions and ensure stable humidity.

☀️ Light Partial sun

Packing leaf is native to habitats like forest understories or rocky areas, where it is found in natural shade. It favors partial sun but can tolerate full sun or full shade, reflecting its versatile and hardy nature.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Packing leaf comes from tropical areas, where the weather is generally warm and humid. As a result, it is well suited to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a stable thermal environment, so avoiding temperature fluctuations indoors is important. It usually cannot withstand cold and requires higher temperatures for growth. If the ambient temperature drops too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-7
Soil pH: 5-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Adequate fertilization is vital for Packing leaf's health and appearance. Fertilize Packing leaf during summer, repeating it monthly throughout the season. Nutrients fuel growth and maintain the plant's parts. Fertilization improves Packing leaf's flower display, ensuring the best blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

In early to late spring, it's important to remove dead or damaged leaves through pruning to encourage healthy growth. Be cautious not to prune too heavily, as this can cause stress to the plant. Regular light pruning not only enhances the plant's appearance but also improves air circulation. Always use clean tools to prevent disease and maintain overall plant health.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Phrynium
Family
Marantaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
91 cm
Mature Spread
40 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White, Pink, Brown
Flower Size
2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall
Native Area
Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Philippines, Bangladesh, Laos, Thailand, China

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