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Micrechites sp west sumatra [cutting]
GenusMicrechitesRegionSoutheast AsiaPlant GroupOtherGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupTerrarium or HouseplantDifficultyIntermediate
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Care information

*Micrechites* sp. west sumatra is an unidentified Apocynaceae vine from material labeled from West Sumatra, Indonesia. *Micrechites* is an accepted genus in Apocynaceae with distribution records including Sumatra, but this cultivated plant is not confirmed to species. It produces small, opposite, elliptic leaves with a slightly textured surface, sparse hairs along the nodes and leaf margins, and slender stems that can climb, scramble, or trail depending on support.

You will receive a single cutting, grower’s choice. Listing photos are representative of the approximate size and form you will receive.

**Light Requirements:** Bright, indirect light to light shade. Avoid direct sun.
**Humidity Requirements:** Moderate to high, approximately 60–85 percent.
**Temperature Range:** 65–85°F (18–29°C). Keep above 60°F (16°C).
**Growth Habit:** Small vining Apocynaceae; climbs or scrambles when given support and trails when unsupported.
**Soil:** Moisture-retentive but well-draining tropical mix with fine bark, moss, and organic matter.
**pH:** Slightly acidic to neutral, approximately 5.5–7.0.
**Size:** Leaves are typically around 0.5–1.5 cm long in juvenile growth; stems elongate gradually under humid conditions.

Plant Details
Airflow
Medium — Essential for "wetish" setups. Needs regular air exchange or internal circulation fans to prevent water from sitting on leaves, which helps avoid rot and fungal issues.
Family
Apocynaceae
Growth strategy
Epiphyte
Humidity
60–80% — Suitable for "open-top" or partially ventilated terrariums. While higher than average household humidity, these plants are adaptable and less prone to leaf melt if the environment fluctuates slightly.
Lighting
Bright — Requires high-output lighting to maintain vivid color expression (especially for reds, purples, and variegation) and to ensure shingling habits stay tight and compact.
PH
5.5–6.5 — Acidic (Optimal): The “Goldilocks” zone for most tropical terrarium plants, including Marcgravia. This range ensures maximum nutrient availability and mimics the natural decomposition of leaf litter on the rainforest floor.
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Size
Medium
Temperature
65–75°F — Ideal for "Cool-Growers" or highland species. These plants prefer the lower end of the tropical spectrum and may show signs of stress or heat-dropping leaves if temperatures consistently exceed 80°F.
Watering substrate
Dry Between — Epiphytic or succulent-type growth that requires the substrate or mounting surface to dry out significantly between mistings to prevent root death.
World
Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.