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Birdlime Tree

Also known as

Bird Catcher Tree

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Ceodes umbellifera

Genus

Ceodes

Family

Nyctaginaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Birdlime Tree

💦 Water

How often to water your Birdlime Tree

Birdlime Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Birdlime Tree in your home

Birdlime Tree love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Birdlime Tree does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Birdlime Tree in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Birdlime Tree

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Birdlime Tree: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Birdlime Tree after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Birdlime Tree is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Birdlime Tree →

Common Birdlime Tree Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Birdlime Tree prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Birdlime Tree Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Birdlime Tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Birdlime Tree Light Requirements →

Birdlime Tree Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Birdlime Tree will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

How and When to Prune Birdlime Tree →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Birdlime Tree can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Birdlime Tree Temperature Tolerance →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.