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Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw

Also known as

red-and-green kangaroo-paw

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Anigozanthos manglesii

Genus

Anigozanthos

Family

Haemodoraceae

Order

Commelinales

How to care for Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw

💦 Water

How often to water your Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw

Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw 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.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw in your home

Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw: 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 Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw 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.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 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

Mangles's Kangaroo-Paw 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!

🧐 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.