Talinum paniculatum

Waterleaf / Ruby Slippers

WhatsApp
A succulent herb with fleshy leaves and pink flowers. Edible foliage used in salads. Thrives in warm, sunny spots.
yard Outdoor plants wb_sunny Half-shade / Sun pets Pet Friendly
info

Plant Details

Common Name Waterleaf / Ruby Slippers
Family Talinaceae
Genus Talinum
Species Paniculatum
Origin Tropical Americas
Blooming Summer to Autumn, pink-red flowers on spikes
Leaf Color Green with reddish veins
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

Well-draining sandy soil or cactus mix with perlite

water_drop
Watering

Allow soil to dry between waterings; drought tolerant once established

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade; requires bright light for flowering

science
Fertilization

Minimal feeding, apply diluted fertilizer monthly during active growth

content_cut
Pruning

Pinch back tips to encourage bushiness, harvest leaves as needed

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

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

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
54° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

Related Plants

You might also like these plants

Browse All ›
Syzygium paniculatum
parkOutdoor plants petsPet friendly
Syzygium paniculatum

Australian Plum / Lilly Pilly

account_treeMyrtaceae location_onAustralia

info Price unavailable

favorite