The Goldfish Plant gets its name from its bright, golden flowers- whose shape makes them look like tiny versions of the bright fish, swimming through the air around the stems of this plant! The foliage is a beautiful, glossy dark green which stands out wherever it grows in your home. Give this plant indirect light and humidity, make sure you're letting half the soil dry out between waters, and it will repay your care with gorgeous spring/summer blooms and glossy foliage.
Scientific Name
Nematanthus gregarius (thread of hair flower, flocking species)
Common Name
Goldfish Plant, Clog Plant, Flying Goldfish Plant
Origin
Native to tropical Brazilian forests
Light
Bright, indirect light is best for this plant; put it somewhere it gets plenty of light but isn't in the sun.
Water
Allow half of the soil to dry out between waters. Be aware it will need less water in winter!
Humidity
Goldfish plants like humidity, so would love a kitchen or bathroom which gets lots of use; make sure they are not near an operating radiator!
Soil
Use a well-draining potting mix; components such as coir, perlite and sand will help make sure your plant is not sat soggy. A mix designed for succulents would work well. Repot every couple of years as necessary; this plant is fine being slightly pot-bound for a while.
Food
Feed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter. When flowering, a feed high in potash will help keep it blooming.
Temperature
Ideal temperature is 16-34°C; make sure it does not get colder than 10°C in winter.
Pet-safe
Yes, but too much nibbling won't be good for pets, small humans or the plant!
Sprouts Top Tips
As your plant grows, a prune in early spring can help it grow bushy and encourage more flowers. Don't worry if it looks a bit sadder in winter; this is normal, as the plants have a dormancy period to recharge for the growing season. If you notice leaves going brown, they might be getting wet or getting too warm. Other common issues like leggy growth are often caused by overwatering, so ensure you are letting that top half of the soil dry out!
Amazingly bushy plant with the cutest orange flowers that do in fact look like goldfish - thanks!
Differed from picture. I expected a young plant but this is just a shoot. £6.99 is a lot for this and postage on top. I wouldn't have bought this if mine had been pictured.
Very healthy plant thank you
My first ever purchase from Sprouts of Bristol X
I am pleasently pleased ☺️
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Lovely little plant beautifully packaged. Arrived in perfect condition at a great price. Thank you so much :)
I bought a 'medium' and what arrived was a very generously sized plant which I was very happy with . Plant was in good condition, and was very carefully wrapped for shipping.
What a treat—a box full of surprise plants, including two I haven't grown before. All except one of the five received were far from wonky really, and I hope the struggler will catch up with the others with a bit of tlc! It's a great way to shop for indoor plants and loads of fun unpacking. The handwritten note is a brilliant guide on what they each need. I definitely recommend it, and I will likely be back to try the bigger version!!
Very happy! Exactly as ordered.