Aphelandra 'Zebra'
Aphelandra 'Zebra'
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$24.99 USD
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The Aphelandra squarrosa 'Zebra' is a striking and visually dynamic houseplant, renowned for its bold patterns. Its large, lanceolate leaves feature a glossy green canvas, dramatically marked with contrasting zebra-like stripes. The 'Zebra' Aphelandra showcases an erect and bushy growth habit, upheld by sturdy stems. As it unfolds, this Aphelandra achieves a height of approximately 1-3 feet.
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical: Aphelandra squarrosa
Common: Zebra Plant, Saffron Spike Zebra, Zebra Aphelandra
Necessary Care Tips
Necessary Care Tips
- Light: Bright Indirect
- Ideal Temperature: 60-75°F
- Humidity: Medium
- Water: When the top 2 inches of soil are dry
- Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
- Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix
Advanced Care Tips
Advanced Care Tips
- To encourage your Aphelandra to produce flowers, provide it with the recommended optimal conditions.
Plant Insights
Plant Insights
- Member of the Acanthaceae family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 2,500 species.
- Aphelandras are native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to southern Brazil.
- The Zebra Plant gets its name from the zebra-like stripes on its leaves.
- Aphelandras can produce dense spikes of flowers that are protected by showy and vibrant yellow bracts.
- Unsafe / Toxic
- Medium Maintenance
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