Kokedama
Kokedama

Kokedama Plant

Kentia Palm (Howea forsteriana) is a palm growing 6-10 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with slow growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring indirect light and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.


Picture illustrating Kokedama plant 

Habit

Moss Ball 

Height

15-30 cm

Growth

Moderate 

Soil

Well-drained, acidic soil

Shade

 Indirect light

Moisture

High 

Edible

No 

Medicinal

No

Origin

Japan

Climatic Condition

Tropical, subtropical

Temperature (°)

20-30

Humidity (%)

50-70

Potting media

Peat moss, akadama soil

Fertilizers

Balanced slow-release

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

100-200 grams

Flowering Time

Year-round

Soil Ph level

5.5-6.5

Water Ph level

6.0-7.0

Soil EC

0.2-0.3 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

Low

NPK ratio 

10 :10 :10 or 20 :20:20

life Span

2-5 years

Health Benefits

Decorative, air purifying, promotes wellness

Common Diseases and Remedies

 Root Rot, Fungal Infections, Aphids, Mealybugs, Spider Mites
 Wilting, soft roots, black spots, sticky residue
Improve soil drainage, remove affected parts, use neem oil
 Fungicides, systemic insecticides
Kentia Palm
Howea forsteriana