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Hypoestes phyllostachya
Polka Dot Plant
Speckled colour for humid cases — pinch tips to keep it compact.
Polka dot plants bring playful patterning. In closed terrariums they grow quickly, so regular tip-pinching keeps scale in check.
Why it works
Instant colour for beginners, with clear feedback when light or water is off.
Watering notes
Even moisture. Fades and stretches if light is too low; crisps if air is too dry.
Care tips
- Pinch weekly in sealed cases.
- Use as a temporary colour accent if it outgrows the jar.
- Prefer pink or white forms in softer light.
Common problems
- Rapid legginess.
- Colour fade in shade.
- Fungus gnats if mix stays soggy.
Companion check
Nerve Plant
good- • Known companions in our library.
Cushion Moss
good- • Known companions in our library.