Stephania erecta (Stephania pierrei)

Stephania Erecta is an exotic and attractive plant, with an interesting caudex and round leaves. Although it seems delicate, it is relatively easy to care for if given the right conditions.

Care for Stephania Erecta:

• Light: Prefers bright places, but avoid direct sunlight during the strongest periods.
• Temperature: Ideal is between 18 and 25°C during the growing season. In winter, it can tolerate lower temperatures, but not below 10°C.
• Humidity: Appreciates moderate humidity. Occasional misting of the leaves can be beneficial.
• Soil: Use a well-drained substrate, suitable for cacti and succulents.
• Watering: During the growing season, water moderately, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. Significantly reduce watering in winter, when the plant enters dormancy.
• Fertilizing: Apply a diluted fertilizer for succulents during the growing season, about once a month. Avoid fertilizing in winter.
• Dormant Period: In late autumn, Stephania Erecta begins to lose its leaves and enters dormancy. During this time, significantly reduce watering and move the plant to a cooler place.
• Repotting: Repot in spring, at the start of the growing season, only if the pot has become too small. Choose a pot slightly larger than the previous one.

Common Problems

• Root rot: Caused by overwatering. Make sure the soil dries well between waterings.
• Yellow leaves: May indicate lack of nutrients or insufficient watering. Check the fertilizing and watering routine.

Height with pot included approx. 30 cm