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Dischidia Nummularia in a Snail Shell

CHF 19.90*

Item no. 3482

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Delivery time 2 - 7 working days

Useful care products:
Appearance Epiphyte, Succulent, Climber
Approx. height from floor (may vary) 30cm ±
Culture Soil culture
Difficulty level Easy care
Family Apocynaceae
Location Partial shade E/W/SW
Pot size 8cm
Special feature At home in a snail shell
Toxicity Not for consumption
Use Underplanting, Humid terrarium or display cabinet
Water Moderate
Short description: Dischidia nummularia is an easy-care, exotic trailing plant from the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. As an epiphyte, it grows on trees there. Its trademark is its small, thick, coin-like leaves, which sit close together. Because of its delicate appearance, it is very popular as a houseplant and terrarium plant. To the detailed information To the detailed information
Product information "Dischidia Nummularia in a Snail Shell"

History of the Dischidia nummularia snail shell plant

Dischidia nummularia is an easy-care, exotic trailing plant from the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. As an epiphyte, it grows on trees there. Its trademark is its small, thick, coin-like leaves that sit closely together. Thanks to its delicate appearance, it is very popular as a houseplant and terrarium plant.

Care as a houseplant:

  • Light: Bright spot with plenty of indirect light; avoid direct sunlight.

  • Temperature: Ideally 20–26 °C, not below 18 °C in winter.

  • Humidity: High, at least 60 %; regular misting promotes healthy growth.

  • Substrate: Airy, free-draining substrate, e.g. a mix of sphagnum moss, orchid bark and perlite.

  • Watering: Water moderately and let the substrate dry out slightly between waterings; be sure to avoid waterlogging.

  • Feeding: During the growing season, every 4–6 weeks with a weakly dosed liquid houseplant fertiliser.

  • Special features: Its elegant trailing growth makes this plant ideal for hanging baskets or raised planters.


Care as a terrarium plant:

  • Light: Diffused light or grow lights that give off little heat are optimal.

  • Temperature: Evenly warm at 22–28 °C, at least 20 °C in winter.

  • Humidity: Very high, ideally 70–90 %; regular misting or a fogger is recommended.

  • Substrate: Loose mix of moss, bark pieces and perlite for good root aeration.

  • Watering: Keep evenly slightly moist without waterlogging; short drying phases are important.

  • Terrarium conditions: Dischidia nummularia grows particularly vigorously in a well-ventilated terrarium with stable warmth and high humidity.


Overwintering tips:

During the winter months, the Dischidia nummularia snail shell plant should not be kept colder than 18 °C as a houseplant and 20 °C in a terrarium. Watering can be reduced slightly without letting the substrate dry out completely. Continued high humidity is crucial to prevent leaf loss and stunted growth.


Appearance Epiphyte, Succulent, Climber
Approx. height from floor (may vary) 30cm ±
Culture Soil culture
Difficulty level Easy care
Family Apocynaceae
Location Partial shade E/W/SW
Pot size 8cm
Special feature At home in a snail shell
Toxicity Not for consumption
Use Underplanting, Humid terrarium or display cabinet
Water Moderate

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Anja S. am 06 August 2026

Schöne Pflanze, schnelle Lieferung!

Sieht einfach interessant aus, die Pflanze ist genau wie abgebildet, kam gut verpackt und schnell an!

Beatrice B. am 12 March 2026

so schön

So eine schöne Pflanze ich lieb sie

Marianne B. am 19 February 2026

Ist eine wunderschöne

Ist eine wunderschöne Pflanze. Wurde sehr gut verpackt und Preis-Leistung stimmt

Christa G. am 12 February 2026

Macht Freude!

So liebevoll verpackte, dem Bild entsprechende wunderhübsche Pflanze!