{"product_id":"china-doll-plant-10-grow-bag","title":"China Doll plant - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eRadermachera sinica, popularly called the China Doll or Emerald Tree, is an evergreen ornamental valued for its lush, glossy, fern-like foliage made up of many small, pointed leaflets. Though it can grow into a small tree in its native habitat, in Indian homes and gardens it is kept compact as a tabletop or floor plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the most popular indoor foliage plants in India because it tolerates typical living-room conditions, stays neat and bushy with light pruning, and adds a soft, leafy texture to bright interiors. It rarely flowers indoors but its dense green canopy is the main attraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest grown in bright, indirect light with steady moisture, it suits balconies, well-lit rooms and shaded patios across most Indian cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBignoniaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouthern China and Taiwan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoors 1-1.8 m; outdoors up to 3 m or more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6-1.2 m indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast in good light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy, bipinnate fern-like leaves with many small pointed leaflets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite (rarely indoors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainly in mature outdoor plants; uncommon indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical; warm humid Indian conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light; some morning sun is fine. Avoid harsh afternoon sun which scorches leaves.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but not soggy; water when the top 2-3 cm feels dry. Reduce in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-draining potting mix with compost; add perlite or coarse sand for drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComfortable at 18-30 C; protect from cold below 10 C and from cold drafts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity; mist or group plants in dry indoor air.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed a balanced liquid fertilizer every 3-4 weeks during the growing season (spring to monsoon).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch and trim regularly to keep it bushy and compact; tolerates frequent pruning well.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot every 1-2 years in spring; it can be kept slightly root-bound in a snug pot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom semi-hardwood stem cuttings; can also be grown from seed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for spider mites, aphids, mealybugs and scale, especially in dry indoor air.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Radermachera sinica is grown mainly as an ornamental:\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ol\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Popular indoor foliage plant for living rooms, offices and well-lit lobbies\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Tabletop or floor accent plant adding soft, leafy greenery\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Balcony and shaded patio plant in pots\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Can be shaped and maintained as a bushy specimen or trained as a small tree\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ol\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Place near a bright window with filtered light but away from scorching afternoon sun. During the hot Indian summer keep the soil consistently moist and mist the foliage, as dry air and heat cause leaf drop.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Feed and prune actively from spring through the monsoon when growth is strongest. In winter, water less and shield the plant from cold drafts. If lower leaves drop after a move, give it time to adjust to the new light and avoid frequent relocation.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my China Doll plant dropping leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaf drop is usually caused by sudden changes in light, low humidity, dry indoor air or inconsistent watering. Keep it in stable bright indirect light, water when the top 2-3 cm is dry, and mist in hot, dry weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does Radermachera sinica need indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs plenty of bright, indirect light, ideally near a window. Too little light causes leggy, sparse growth, while harsh direct afternoon sun can scorch the delicate leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep my China Doll plant bushy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePinch the growing tips and prune regularly during the growing season. Frequent light trimming encourages branching and keeps the plant dense and compact instead of tall and bare.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51049262547190,"sku":"PLT-RADERMACHERA-B10-NA","price":100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/6cy3AVVeAi2c6QmnjFTvsubRKbTSiI2JUtPH9o7R.jpg?v=1782711976","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/china-doll-plant-10-grow-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}