Comments on: hello i just bought a Bonsai Plant its called Serissa Foetida and i was wondering is it an indoor plant?

By: grannygrunt28391

grannygrunt28391 — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 02:10:59 +0000

Serissa foetida
Common Names: serissa, yellow-rim
Family: Rubiaceae (madder Family)

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but it can be difficult to maintain. It has a tendency to drop its leaves at the first sign of stress – too little water; too much water; too little light; too cold; too hot; just being moved to a new location, etc. Never water serissa when it is without leaves.
Hardiness:Determine your hardiness zone to see if you can leave it outdoors.
Use the link below for care instructions.
http://www.floridata.com/ref/S/seri_foe.cfm

NOTE: the original plant is a woodland shrub.
References :
above link
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By: mangkulas

mangkulas — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 02:01:59 +0000

In the Philippines, we grow them outdoors. another trivia my friend. do you know why it's scientific name is serissa foetida? try clipping some its leaves or branches then smell it. FETID
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By: booboo

booboo — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:12:59 +0000

Serissa foetida is technically a shrub and is native to SE Asia. It is rated to USDA Z9. So, if you are in zone 9 or higher, it will be fine outdoors. If you are in a lower zone, then it will die in winter.

Serissa foetida enjoys partial shade when grown outdoors. If you are going to keep it inside, be sure it gets AT LEAST a half day of sun.

It's a great bonsai plant because of the small leaf size and it responds well to pruning. It has cute little flowers when in bloom.

Here is a link with some growing tips. I hope it's helpful to you. Best of luck.
References :
http://www.bonsai-bci.com/species/serissa.html

http://www.miniplantkingdom.com/search.cgi

By: fuzzykjun

fuzzykjun — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 00:31:59 +0000

why don't you GOOGLE the name and read PROFESSIONAL info??
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By: mtchndjnmtch

mtchndjnmtch — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:47:59 +0000

Mostly used outside for borders and such. It is a native of Sub Tropical climates. Must be careful with the watering of the plant, it's very sensitive the weather changes as well.
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By: anonymous_563

anonymous_563 — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:38:59 +0000

I am not possitive, but I think that it needs sun.
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By: kdlamb24

kdlamb24 — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:23:59 +0000

General Care : The Serissa is an indoor plant. It needs as much light as possible and should be kept in a well-aired area where there is plenty of light and a temperature between 13-18 degrees C (55-65 degrees F). It should be kept away from drafts and kept outside during the summer in partial shade.
References :
http://www.bonsaisite.com/serissa.html

By: laduron7

laduron7 — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:00:59 +0000

It can be an indoor plant, but it needs growth lights to maintain its structure if it doesn't get any sun.
References :
http://www.bonsai-bci.com/species/serissa.html

By: freestyleQUEEN

freestyleQUEEN — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:23:59 +0000

Yes, you learn that watching the Karate Kid!
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The Karate Kid