Caladium humboldtii (Raf.) Schott
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Sources (5)
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Caladium humboldtii · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – synonyms · Synonyms · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – distributions (Catalogue of Life; The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP); Flora e Funga do Brasil - Lista Oficial) · Native distribution · CC BY 4.0
- Wikidata – Q15319701 · CC0
- Wikimedia Commons – 漆班彩葉芋.jpg · Public domain
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
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Caladium tip: Foliage dies back in autumn: store the tuber dry at 15–18 °C and restart it in spring.
Caladium humboldtii – what to know
Caladium humboldtii – family: Araceae, genus: Caladium. Native range: Brazil North, Venezuela, Brazil. Care guidelines: light: bright indirect; water: medium; min. 18 °C. For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Caladium humboldtii?
Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.
How much light does Caladium humboldtii need?
It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.
How cold can Caladium humboldtii get?
Keep it above 18 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Caladium humboldtii toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
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Data sources: GBIF.org – Caladium humboldtii (CC BY 4.0) · Wikidata – Q15319701 (CC0) · Wikimedia Commons – 漆班彩葉芋.jpg (Public domain) · Care data is for guidance only.

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