Iron Cross Care 101: Water, Light & Growing Tips (2024)

Iron Cross love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Iron Cross does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Iron Cross in your home 🏡.

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Iron Cross after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Iron Cross prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Iron Cross Water Frequency →

Iron Cross Root Rot →

Iron Cross requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Iron Cross Light Requirements →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atUS (888) 426-4435.

Iron Cross doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Iron Cross Humidity Needs →

Iron Cross does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Iron Cross →

When and How to Successfully Repot Iron Cross →

Iron Cross grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

Iron Cross is native to Worldwide.

USDA Hardiness Zone
Iron Cross can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Iron Cross Temperature Tolerance →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Iron Cross →
• Drooping Iron Cross Leaves →
• Iron Cross Dropping Leaves →
• Iron Cross Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Iron Cross →
• Brown Spots on Iron Cross →
• Iron Cross Leaves Falling Over →
• Iron Cross Leaves Curling →
• Iron Cross Yellow Leaves →
• Iron Cross Root Rot →