Plant Care Hypericum Androsaemum

Hypericum Androsaemum

Also known as

Tutsan, Tutsan, Shrubby st. john's wort and Sweet-amber

Taxonomy

Hypericum androsaemum
Hypericum
Hypericaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Hypericum Androsaemum

💦 Water

How often to water your Hypericum Androsaemum

Water needs for Hypericum Androsaemum
0.5 cups
every 9

Hypericum Androsaemum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Hypericum Androsaemum

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Tutsan in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Hypericum Androsaemum: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Hypericum Androsaemum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Hypericum Androsaemum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Hypericum Androsaemum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hypericum Androsaemum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hypericum Androsaemum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Hypericum Androsaemum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Hypericum Androsaemum is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Common Tutsan Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Hypericum Androsaemum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Tutsan Water Frequency →

Tutsan Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hypericum Androsaemum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Tutsan Light Requirements →

Tutsan Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


🪴 Soil

Hypericum Androsaemum does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Tutsan →

When and How to Successfully Repot Tutsan →


💩 Fertilizer

Hypericum Androsaemum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hypericum Androsaemum will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

How and When to Prune Tutsan →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hypericum Androsaemum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Tutsan Temperature Tolerance →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Hypericum Androsaemum

Hypericum Androsaemum

Hypericum Androsaemum


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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