The leaves of this tropical houseplant have stunning peacock-feather patterns.
The stems are always a reddish-maroon shade, and the undersides of the leaves are dark purple.
A mixture of peat, sand, andperliteis often recommended.
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Water
Getting the balance right when it comes to irrigation is key for peacock plants.
Curling leaves may be a sign of underwatering.
Too much water, on the other hand, may causeroot rot.
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It is better to underwater than to overwater the plant.
Distilled water or rainwater is generally considered better than tap water.
Peacock plants are sensitive to fluoride, and using tap water may result in the leaf tips turning brown.
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The water should be lukewarm or at room temperature.
Overly cold water risks a shock to the plant.
Cold drafts and quick shifts in temperature are problematic.
High levels of humidity are key to keeping your peacock plant thriving.
Low humidity levels commonly lead to browning or curling leaves.
Another option is to add a tray filled with pebbles under the well-draining plant pot.
Feeding every two weeks with a diluted liquid fertilizer is recommended.
To enhance the color depth of new plants,apply a foliar spraythat contains nitrogen and iron.
In the winter months, no fertilizer is needed as no active growth is taking place.
Pruning Peacock Plant
Prune peacock plants as desired to help keep them more compact.
This should be done in the fall and winter.
Remove brown parts of the plant whenever they appear.
Otherwise, peacock plants are bestpropagated through division.
Wait until the plant has matured and formed a well-established and large clump.
The appearance ofred spider mitesis usually a sign that the environment is too dry.
Provide adequate humid conditions and keep the plant out of direct sun.
If spider mites appear despite these precautions, useneem oil to get rid of them.
This would need to be addressed right away by removing the damaged roots and adjusting your watering schedule.
If you provide the plant with ideal conditions it may live upwards of 40 years.
This houseplant is really all about the patterns on the lush leaves.
If you are a lover ofpretty blooms, the peacock plant won’t be for you.
They do produce flowers, but they are very small and not ornamentally significant.
