Baby Tears Plant
Baby tears plant is a mosslike, creeping plant composed of threadlike stems with tiny, kidney-shaped, apple-green leaves. It attractively drapes itself over the side of the pot or, if pinched, makes a perfect mound of foliage.
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Although it likes high humidity, baby tears also needs good air circulation. That is why it will not do well in covered terrariums. A piece of stem pressed onto damp mix will soon root.
Baby Tears Plant Quick Facts:Scientific Name: Soleirolia soleirolii (Helxine soleirolii)
Common Names: Baby Tears, Corsican Curse, Corsican Carpet Plant, Irish Moss, Mind-Your-Own-Business
Light Requirement for Baby Tears Plant: Bright Light to Filtered Light
Water Requirement for Baby Tears Plant: Very Moist
Humidity for Baby Tears Plant: Very High
Temperature for Baby Tears Plant: House to Cool
Fertilizer for Baby Tears Plant: Balanced
Potting Mix for Baby Tears Plant: All-Purpose
Propagation of Baby Tears Plant: Division, Stem Cuttings
Decorative Use for Baby Tears Plant: Table, Terrarium
Care Rating for Baby Tears Plant: Demanding
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