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Dolichothele longimamma

Long-legged Tarantula

Warning: This is not a plant. Dolichothele longimamma is a species of tarantula (Arachnida: Theraphosidae), native to South America.

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Plant Details

Common Name	Long-legged Tarantula
Family	Theraphosidae
Genus	Dolichothele
Species	Longimamma
Variety	N/A (Arachnid)
Origin	South America
Blooming	N/A (Does not flower)
Leaf Color	N/A (No leaves)
Category	Succulents plants
Pet Friendly	close No

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Substrate for arachnids (peat/vermiculite mix)

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Watering

Mist substrate occasionally to maintain humidity for molting

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Sunlight & Care

Indirect light preferred, avoid direct heat

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Fertilization

N/A (Feed insects, e.g., crickets, roaches)

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Pruning

N/A

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

75° – 82°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

60% – 70%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

200 – 1500

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Soil Moisture

30% – 50%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

Measuring System