Chirita tamiana

Limestone Chirita

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A rare Gesneriad native to limestone crevices in China, featuring textured rosettes and occasional bell-shaped flowers. Thrives in humid, shaded forest environments.
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Plant Details

Common Name Limestone Chirita
Family Gesneriaceae
Genus Chirita
Species Tamiana
Origin China
Blooming Late spring to early summer, pale purple or white bell-shaped flowers.
Leaf Color Deep green with textured surface
Sunlight Shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Humus-rich mix with peat, perlite, and crushed rock for drainage; avoid heavy clay.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Requires high ambient humidity via misting or tray.

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Sunlight & Care

Low to medium indirect light only; direct sunlight causes leaf scorching rapidly.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring/Summer). Reduce in winter.

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and dead foliage promptly to prevent rot and encourage new growth.

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Mealybug

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
300 – 6000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2 – 15
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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