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Jiaogulan

About Jiaogulan

Jiaogulan is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that needs lots of water to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ☀ and should be less than 3 feet from a window.

Jiaogulan belongs to the Gynostemma genus, and is native to Eastern Asia.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Gynostemma pentaphyllum

Genus

Gynostemma

Family

Cucurbitaceae

Order

Cucurbitales

How to care for Jiaogulan

💦 Water

How often to water your Jiaogulan

Jiaogulan needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 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
7

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Jiaogulan in your home

Jiaogulan may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Jiaogulan

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Jiaogulan: 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 Jiaogulan after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

My daughter picked this little cutie at the nursery yesterday- the person selling it didn't know what it is and I cant figure it out either. One app identified her as gynostemma pentaphyllum- and it looks similar just a lot smaller. Any ideas? I want to make sure we're taking care of her correctly!

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Jiaogulan is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Jiaogulan Water Frequency →

Jiaogulan Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Jiaogulan may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Jiaogulan Light Requirements →

Jiaogulan 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.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Jiaogulan can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Jiaogulan 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.