Straight from the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, the mountain manaca It is one of the largest houseplants and can reach up to 12 meters in height.
Also known as cuipeúna, jacatirão or manacá-da-serra-anão, the species can be exploited in many landscaping projects and has the advantage of not having aggressive rootsbeing perfect for vases or to be planted directly in the soil, in its garden or in squares It is sidewalks.
The leaves of the mancá-da-serra are dark green and its flowers have a gradual color that varies between the pink and the lilac. In vibrant tones, the flowers stand out in the garden, being a wonderful idea to welcome those who arrive home.
As said, the species of great landscape appeal can be planted in soil, but those who live in small apartments you can also enjoy its beauty. It is possible to plant it in pots. Check how:
How to plant manacá da serra in pot
Separate a healthy and showy manacá-da-serra seedling and buy a medium or large vase so as not to impede its growth. Buy one airy substrate rich in organic matter. Prepare it by mixing one part common earth and two parts sand.
Then book stones, pebbles or expanded clay for drainage, cut out a piece of geotextile (drainage fabric) and also purchase pine bark.
For assemble the vase, it’s simple: place the stones on the bottom and cover with the geotextile scrap. Then fill the pot halfway with substrate. Center the seedling in the vase and complete it with substrate up to two fingers below the edge. Lastly, place the pine bark on the substrate.
Be careful not to let the mountain manaca receive direct sunlight for one week – after this period, you are free to leave it in a light and airy place.
As for watering, know that the species requires plenty of humidity. Therefore, it is always worth leaving the earth moist and observing when the flowers and leaves are withered. In summer, watering needs to be daily.
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