How Often to Water a Baby's Tears
Soleirolia soleirolii · Difficulty: Moderate
Care Snapshot
| Light | Medium, indirect light; no direct sun |
|---|---|
| Soil | Light, moisture-retentive potting mix |
| Humidity | Prefers above-average humidity (50%+) |
| Temperature | 16-24°C (60-75°F) |
| Pet Safety | 🐾 Non-toxic to cats & dogs |
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Signs of Overwatering
Standing water and a mushy, collapsing mat of tiny leaves mean the shallow root system has been sitting in too much water for too long.
Signs of Underwatering
The tiny round leaves wilt and dry out across the whole mat within hours, though a thorough watering often revives all but the most severely dried patches.
Adjusting for the Seasons
Its shallow roots and tiny leaves mean it dries out much faster than almost any other plant on this list in summer heat, but the exact opposite risk (rot) applies if kept too wet in cooler winter conditions.
Pro Tip
This creeping groundcover is a popular choice for terrariums and the base of larger pots because it thrives in humid, enclosed conditions that would cause rot in most other trailing plants.
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