A magnificent trailing plant that stands out for the shimmering coloring of its foliage. The downy leaves have an upper surface of silver, dark green and deep purple bands, with a metallic appearance. While the underside is an intense purple color, almost dark purple. The stems are purple to violet, brittle but easy to propagate.
Non-toxic, but sap in contact with skin may cause mild irritation.
- Family: Commelinaceae.
- Origin : Cultivated variety, derived from species native to Central and South America
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Watering:
- Allow the potting soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Draining and rich.
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Brightness: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, East or 1 m from a South window.
- Growth: Fast.
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Temperature: Hot.
- Never below 12ᵒC
Pot diameter: 12 cm and 15 cm (Suspended).
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
