Phyllanthus mirabilis

Description

Native to Thailand, Laos and Myanmar, Phyllanthus mirabilis can usually be found growing on limestone ridges. This small deciduous shrub or tree grows slow, developing a stout trunk at the base in areas which are typically drier throughout the year. Its pinnate leaves vary from shades of green to copper or deep purple depending on the plant’s maturity, appearing on the branches in pairs and closing at night. The plant is deciduous, so it may lose its foliage for the winter months, and while dormant refrain from watering. Leaves will begin to grow back in spring.

WATERING

In S/S water regularly, once soil dries. During the winter months while the plant goes dormant and sheds its foliage refrain from watering. Gradually increase watering in spring or when temperatures rise.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Bright, indirect with some sun.

FEED

Use a houseplant fertiliser every few months between the months of March – October

REPOTTING

Repot every 3-4 years, or once the roots outgrow the pot, and use a well-draining potting mix.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Supplied in plastic nursery pot.