What are common Stephania erecta problems?
Stephania erecta needs indirect sunlight—too much direct light can bleach the leaves. Over-watering is the leading cause of yellowing leaves in Stephania erecta; ensure your pot has good drainage. Regularly wiping leaves can prevent pests and diseases in Stephania erecta by removing dust and potential pest eggs. Stephania Erecta Watering Ensure that whatever vessel your plant is in, there are sufficient holes in the bottom to allow excess water to freely drain from the pot and away from the plant’s roots. Stephania Erecta can be sensitive to over-watering. Watering once a week is usually sufficient.
Does Stephanie Erecta go dormant?
She will grow back in Spring🥳 Stephania Erecta is grown from a big bulb, called ‘caudex’. It starts growing these beautiful leaves in Spring and goes dormant in Fall. As the plant is getting ready to go dormant, slowly all leaves start to yellow and drop off. Stephania is a genus of flowering plants in the family Menispermaceae. It includes 70 species native to tropical and southern Africa, eastern and southern Asia, Australia, and the tropical Pacific Islands. They are herbaceous perennial vines, growing to around four metres tall, with a large tuber.