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If there’s one thing that plant lovers particularly appreciate, it’s having a species in the house that doesn’t require a lot of attention, is aesthetically beautiful, and looks great. This is the case of the phalanx, a very resistant plant that has many qualities.

The phalanx belongs to the genus Chlorophytum, is native to southern Africa and is extremely resilient, able to tolerate even sudden changes in climate perfectly.

This plant has long, whitish stems, adorned with small white flowers, and pieces of leaves that can also be used as cuttings to be able to propagate the phalanx and have more than one plant.

There are about 25 species of knuckles and all of them should be exposed to the sun. However, in hot weather, it is good to store it in shady places.

How to Heal the Phalanx

The phalanx tolerates winter well, as long as the temperature does not drop below 14°C. It is good to put the plant in airy but draft-free places: for this reason the plant adapts well to indoor spaces.

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The phalanx buds are in the form of small white flowers, which remain pendulous and are surrounded by many green and white leaves.

Water the knuckle in moderation, avoiding letting the water stagnate. Sprinkle its leaves with water several times a month.

There is no need to prune the leaves of the phalanx, as they dry out easily. Remove dry leaves to prevent them from becoming a source of infection for the plant.

Fertilize every two weeks in spring and summer. In winter, fertilize once a month.