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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light to partial sun; tolerates light shade, avoid intense midday direct sun
Watering
Water when top 1–2 cm of soil dries; avoid waterlogging, allow excess water to drain fully
Temperature
Thrives at 18–25°C; protect from frost, move indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Linear to lanceolate, bright green, smooth texture, arranged alternately on stems
- Flower: Three-petaled, vivid sky-blue, with two large upper petals and one smaller lower petal; blooms last one day
- Stem: Succulent, trailing or upright, weak stems that root at nodes when in contact with soil
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed every 2 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent leaf burn and excessive foliage growth over flowering
Banana peel tea：Soak chopped banana peels in water for 3 days, dilute 1:10 before applying as a root drench; discard solids after steeping to avoid odorPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms promptly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the growing season
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to promote bushier, more compact growth
- Remove yellowing or damaged leaves to maintain plant health and tidy appearance
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover, container plant, indoor foliage accent
