Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with this plant, schismatoglottis wallichii, for a while now, and let me tell you, it’s been a journey. I wanted to share my whole experience, from start to finish, so here it goes.
Getting Started
First off, I got my hands on this plant because I thought it looked cool. The common name, which I learned later, is “Drop Tongue” – I think that’s a pretty fitting name. I mean, it has these long, kind of droopy leaves. Anyway, I picked one up from a local nursery, a small one in a little pot. It wasn’t very expensive, so I thought, why not?
Setting It Up
Next, I had to figure out where to put it. I read up a bit online and found out these guys like indirect light, not too much direct sun. So, I found a spot in my living room that seemed perfect, near a window but not right in the sunbeam’s path. I also got a bigger pot and some well-draining soil because I read that’s what they like. I very carefully moved the plant from the old pot to the new one, making sure not to damage the roots too much, and added the new soil around it. I have to say I’m very clumsy, so I almost failed during this step.
The Waiting Game
- Watering: This was tricky. I learned you’re supposed to keep the soil moist but not soggy. So, I started out watering it a little bit every few days and checking the soil with my finger to see how dry it was.
- Watching: Then came the waiting. I kept an eye on it every day, looking for any signs of growth or, you know, if it was dying. I’m not the most patient person, so this was tough.
- Adjusting: After a couple of weeks, I noticed the leaves were looking a bit yellow. I did some more digging online and figured out I might be overwatering it. Oops. So, I cut back on the watering and waited some more.
Finally, Some Progress!
After what felt like forever, I started seeing new leaves! Small ones at first, but they were growing. That was exciting. I kept up with the adjusted watering schedule, and the plant seemed to like it. It started to look healthier, more green, and less yellow. Phew.
It’s Alive and Kicking
Now, months later, the schismatoglottis wallichii is doing great. It’s way bigger than when I first got it, and it’s got these beautiful, long leaves. It is definitely a slow grower. I learned a lot along the way, mostly by trial and error. I’m no expert, but I’m pretty proud of myself for not killing this one. It just goes to show that even if you mess up, you can still figure things out and get things growing. Literally!
So yeah, that’s my story about growing schismatoglottis wallichii. It’s been a fun, sometimes frustrating, but ultimately rewarding experience. If you’re thinking about getting one of these plants, I’d say go for it. Just be patient, and don’t overwater it!
