Geogenanthus ciliatus - Geo plant

Geogenanthus ciliatus, more commonly called (and easier to say) Geo Plant is a fun, fleshy-leaved plant that is sure to bring a little interest into your home. The palm-sized foliage resembles something like a Ficus, but the Geo Plant features interesting flowers, something you wouldn't get from a Ficus. The elegant foliage of the Geo Plant creates a fantastic contrast to ferns and other lacy houseplants. 

The best place to place a Geo Plant is somewhere with bright, direct sunlight and slightly higher humidity levels than other plants. We really enjoy placing our Geo Plant in the bathroom, it really adds a tropical vibe! Geo Plants are relatively rare, so be sure to scoop one up before we run out!

Ed's Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Geogenanthus ciliatus 
• Common Name(s): Geo Plant
• Family: Commelinaceae
• Native Range: Ecuador, Peru

Ed's Care Guide

• Care Level: Intermediate
• Light: Prefers medium to low light conditions. Also does well in artificial (fluorescent) lighting 
• Water: Do not allow the soil to dry between waterings, check every few days to keep soil evenly moist 
• Humidity: Moderate to high humidity
• Temperature: 60-70F. Avoid cold drafts.
• Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves.
• Feeding:  Fertilize with diluted liquid fertilizer during spring and summer.
• Propagation: Root division, stem cuttings
• Growth: Upright
• Common Pests: Look out for spider mites, mealy bugs &scale
• Toxicity: nontoxic 

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