Radermachera sinica

China Doll

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Known as China Doll plant, features glossy, compound leaves with a graceful silhouette. Thrives in humid indoor conditions with bright indirect light, serving as an elegant tropical ornamental.
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Plant Details

Common Name China Doll
Family Bignoniaceae
Genus Radermachera
Species Sinica
Origin China, Southeast Asia
Blooming Rarely indoors; small white trumpet flowers in summer outdoors
Leaf Color Glossy dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based potting mix with perlite for drainage and aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; increase misting in dry air

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid direct scorching sun which burns leaves

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season

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Pruning

Trim leggy stems to maintain shape; remove yellow or damaged foliage promptly

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

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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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
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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