Redar Macheera/China Doll Plant 2.5 To 3 Feet Height In 10 Inch Nursery Pot

The China Doll Plant is a popular indoor ornamental plant prized for its glossy, finely divided green leaves and elegant, tree-like appearance.

About the Plant

• Scientific name: Radermachera sinica
• Family: Bignoniaceae
• Native to: China and Taiwan
• Growth habit: Upright, branching shrub or small tree.

Care Guide

Light

• Bright, indirect light is ideal.
• Too little light can cause leaf drop.
• Avoid intense direct afternoon sun indoors.

Water

• Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels slightly dry.

Soil

• Use a well-draining potting mix.

Temperature

• Best between 18–27°C.
• Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.

Humidity

• Prefers moderate humidity.
• Benefits from occasional misting in very dry indoor environments.

Fertilizer

• Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Common Issues

• Leaf drop: Often caused by sudden changes in light, temperature, or watering.
• Yellow leaves: Usually overwatering.
• Leggy growth: Insufficient light.
• Brown leaf tips: Low humidity or inconsistent watering.

Pruning

• Regular pinching or pruning encourages a fuller, bushier shape.
• Can be maintained as a compact tabletop plant or grown into a larger indoor specimen.

Pet Safety

The China Doll Plant is generally considered less problematic than many common houseplants, but it’s still best to prevent pets from chewing on any ornamental plant.

Ideal Placement

• Near an east- or north-facing window.
• In bright living rooms, offices, or well-lit bedrooms with indirect sunlight.

One thing to know about China Doll Plants is that they can be sensitive to environmental changes. Moving them frequently or changing their care routine suddenly may cause temporary leaf drop, even when the plant is otherwise healthy.