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Caladium care for Indian homes

Caladium bicolor

Heart-shaped ornamental leaves in pink, red, and green patterns.

Medium light
Caladium (Caladium bicolor) plant

The essentials

Caladium care at a glance

Light
Medium light
Water
Every 2-3 days
Difficulty
Medium
Space
Small space, up to 75 cm

Watering needs vary with light, pot size and growing conditions. Check the soil rather than following a fixed schedule.

Make sure it fits your home

Check placement and household safety.

Household safety

Pets: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Children: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Caladium contains calcium oxalate crystals and is unsafe for pets and children if chewed.

Keep out of reach of pets/children; wear gloves if sap-sensitive.

Placement

Indoors
Good
Balcony
Good
Low-light room
Good
Air conditioning
Low

Care notes

Warm humidity and filtered light suit it best

Monsoon risk: Medium.

Humidity needs: High.

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What to check at the nursery

Before you buy

  • Choose firm tubers/plants with clean colorful leaves.
  • Avoid plants with mushy corms or leaf rot.

Look out for

  • Mushy tuber
  • Leaf melt
  • Sun scorch
  • Sold as pet safe

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Caladium care for Indian homes — Vatisha