Callisia is a genus of perennial herbaceous plants in the Commelinaceae family, popular as ornamental houseplants due to their creeping stems and small leaves. The most common species include Callisia repens and Callisia fragrans, also known as "golden mustache."
Callisia Species
There are many varieties of Callisia, but a few main species and cultivars are most commonly used in indoor gardening.
Callisia repens
A compact plant with small, often heart-shaped leaves that can be bright green, burgundy underneath, or variegated (such as the 'Pink Panther' or 'Bianca' cultivars). It is ideal for hanging baskets.
Callisia fragrans
A larger plant, known as "golden mustache." It is distinguished by long lateral shoots ("whiskers") with rosettes of leaves at the ends. It is used in folk medicine, for example, for burns and wound healing.
It has characteristic fleshy leaves arranged in two rows, reminiscent of a boat's keel. It is a unique groundcover succulent.
Indoor Care
Callisia is relatively easy to care for, but to maintain its decorative appearance and lushness, it is important to observe certain conditions.
Parameter Recommendations
Lighting: Bright, diffused light without direct sunlight. Insufficient light causes the leaves to lose their vibrant color and the shoots to stretch.
Temperature: Optimal range: 18–24°C. In winter, the temperature should not drop below 10°C to avoid cold stress. Watering: Moderate and regular. The soil should be kept slightly moist, but not waterlogged, to prevent root rot.
Humidity: Adapts well to normal indoor humidity but prefers higher levels. Occasional misting is beneficial.
Soil and Pot: Prefers wide, shallow pots, as the root system grows outward. A well-drained substrate is required, such as an indoor plant mix with added perlite.
Pruning: Regular pinching of the growing tips stimulates the growth of side shoots and helps maintain a bushy, compact plant shape.
Propagation
Callisia is very easy to propagate. The main methods include cuttings and division.
Cutting: A highly effective method. Simply cut a shoot (cutting) and place it in water or moist soil. Rooting usually takes 2-3 weeks.
Division: A faster way to obtain a mature plant. When replanting, carefully divide the root system into several parts.
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