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Here’s a detailed care guide for Sonerila Radiance 🌿 — a rare and stunning jewel plant known for its iridescent, velvety leaves that shimmer under light. Perfect for terrariums and collectors of miniature tropicals.

Here’s a detailed care guide for Sonerila Radiance 🌿:
🌤️ Light
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Prefers bright, indirect light or filtered shade.
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Avoid direct sunlight — it will scorch the delicate leaves.
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Thrives beautifully under LED grow lights (12–14 hours/day).
💡 Tip: Too little light can make the leaf color dull, while too much light can fade or burn it.
🌡️ Temperature
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Ideal range: 20–28°C.
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Keep away from cold air or sudden temperature drops.
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Below 15°C, growth slows, and leaves may wilt.
🌡️ Stable, warm conditions mimic its native tropical habitat.
💧 Watering
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Needs consistently moist but well-draining soil.
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Water when the top 1–2 cm of soil feels slightly dry.
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Avoid overwatering — soggy soil can cause root rot.
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Use rainwater or filtered water to prevent mineral buildup.
🚫 Never let water sit on the leaves for long — this can cause spotting or rot.
💨 Humidity
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Requires very high humidity (75–90%).
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Best suited for terrariums, glass cabinets, or greenhouse setups.
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If grown outside a terrarium, mist regularly and use a pebble tray or humidifier.
🌫️ Leaves will crisp or curl if humidity drops below 60%.
🌱 Soil
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Use a light, airy, and moisture-retentive mix.
Recommended blend:-
40% sphagnum moss or coco peat
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30% perlite or pumice
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20% leaf mold or fine compost
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10% fine orchid bark
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💧 Ensure excellent drainage while keeping constant moisture.
🍽️ Fertilizer
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Feed very lightly during active growth (spring to early autumn).
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Use a diluted (¼ strength) balanced liquid or orchid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks.
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Avoid overfeeding — too much fertilizer can damage roots and fade leaf color.
🪴 Repotting
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Repot only when necessary (every 1–2 years).
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Handle gently — roots are fine and fragile.
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Always use fresh, sterilized substrate to prevent fungal issues.
🌸 Propagation
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Leaf or stem cuttings work best.
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Take a small cutting with a node.
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Place in moist sphagnum moss under high humidity and gentle warmth.
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Roots develop within a few weeks.
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Can also be propagated by division of mature plants during repotting.

⚠️ Common Issues
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves curling or crisping | Low humidity | Increase humidity or move to terrarium |
| Yellowing leaves | Overwatering | Let the top layer dry slightly before watering |
| Leaf dullness | Insufficient light | Move to brighter filtered light or under LED grow light |
| Mold or fungus | Stagnant air | Improve air circulation, avoid leaf wetting |
🐾 Toxicity
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Non-toxic to pets and humans. Safe for terrariums with small animals (if not chewed).
🌿 Best Environment
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Terrarium plant — thrives in constant warmth and humidity.
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Pair well with Begonia pavonina, Peperomia, or Jewel orchids in closed glass setups.
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Keep under low airflow, high humidity, and moderate light for its signature radiance effect.
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