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🌱 Pink Polka Dot Plant is a tropical plant that grows well in bright light areas.

🌱 The plant requires moist soil but not waterlogged conditions.

🌱 It is important to balance sunlight exposure to prevent the delicate leaves from getting spoiled.

🌱 The plant can be pruned to promote bushiness and should be cut from the same place to encourage new growth.

🌱 Pink Polka Dot Plant has flowers of two different colors - purple and white.

🌱 The plant is susceptible to fungus and infestation by mealybugs and fruit flies.

🌱 Regular application of neem oil and fungicide, along with proper watering, can help keep the plant healthy.

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00:26 The speaker introduces the plant and mentions that it is suitable for South East India and Madagascar region.

01:14 The speaker explains that the plant requires bright light, whether kept indoors or outdoors, but too much direct sunlight can damage its delicate leaves.

02:11 The speaker suggests that the plant prefers moist soil and recommends using a well-draining soil mixture with sand and peat.

03:14 The speaker emphasizes the importance of keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged, and mentions that water should be added when the plant starts to feel soft and the excess water should drain out from the bottom of the pot.

04:28 The speaker discusses fertilizer for the plant and suggests using a balanced liquid fertilizer with equal amounts of NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium).

05:20 The speaker explains how to prune the plant for bushier growth and mentions that cutting the plant from the bottom can encourage branching from that area.

06:33 The speaker mentions that the plant can produce flowers of different colors (purple and white) and shows a dried flower as an example.

07:19 The speaker addresses infestation issues such as fungus, aphids, and mealybugs, and recommends spraying the plant with neem oil mixed with water and lemon juice every 15-20 days to prevent and treat infestations.

08:23 The video ends with the speaker thanking the viewers and mentioning that they will meet again in the next video.

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What is the scientific name of the plant?

The scientific name of the plant is High Post or Plastic Plant.

Where is this plant suitable for?

This plant is suitable for South East India and Madagascar region.

What are the care tips for this plant?

The care tips for this plant are similar for all the varieties. Keep it in a bright light area, water it when the soil is dry, and fertilize it every 6 months.

How should the plant be watered?

Water the plant when there are 26 leaves and ensure that the water drains out from the drainage holes.

How to prevent infestation in this plant?

Spray Neem oil every 15-20 days to prevent fungus, and use any fungicide or turmeric/cinnamon powder in the soil to prevent infestation.

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What is the scientific name of the plant?

Where is this plant suitable for?

What are the care tips for this plant?

How should the plant be watered?

How to prevent infestation in this plant?