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Aphelandra Squarrosa
SKU 5100
AED 69
Water once a week or when the soil starts to become slightly dry at the top. Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but do not overwater as this will cause brown spots and leaf drop. Curly or dry leaves suggest, the plant is dry and needs watering. Water in the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Always check your soil before watering.
Bright indoor light or indirect sun. 6 hours to 8 hours
Maintain temperatures between 18°C - 24°C. Avoid draughts as these can create undesirable temperature fluctuations. Consider giving your plant an occasional misting twice every week to maintain the optimum humidity level.
Apply liquid fertilizer once in 15 days when the plant is actively growing. For best results use Folikraft ready to use Indoor Plant Food.
Remove dead or leave leaves by cutting them off.
The Aphelandra Squarrosa, also known as the Zebra Plant, is native to the jungles of Brazil where the climate is warm, humid, and moist. This beautifully patterned, flowering plant can be temperamental but gorgeous when it is thriving. They produce big yellow flowers (that resemble pineapples!) in the summer and can last for several weeks. Because this is a tropical plant it can be difficult to grow indoors but with the right care and attention, it will thrive.
Light
The Zebra Plant will thrive in bright indirect light. Direct sunlight will be harmful to the leaves as these plants grow under trees in the tropical jungles, so they prefer shaded areas.
Water
Zebra Plants love to have consistently moist soil as they are native to tropical rainforests. When the top 1”-2” of the soil is dried out, give it a nice soak, watering until water pours out of the drainage holes. Make sure to water with lukewarm water.
Humidity and Temp
Because of Zebra Plants native habitat, high humidity will help it to thrive as well as moderate temperature ranging from 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid hot or cold drafts as this plant can be sensitive to that.
Soil
Almost any well-draining potting mix will be sufficient for the Zebra Plant. Our go-to recommendation for a high-quality soil that’s fast draining is Fox Farms Ocean Forest.
Fertilizer
A Zebra Plant should be fertilized only during its peak growing season, spring and summer, every one to two weeks. This will help encourage flowers to bloom!
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