Stromanthe
$27.99
Stromanthe thalia Valmic forms an upright tropical clump of cream-speckled green leaves with purple undersides for shaded patio pots and warm garden beds.
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Description
Cream-speckled green leaves with purple undersides make Stromanthe thalia Valmic a foliage feature for shaded patio pots and warm tropical beds. The upright, spreading clumps bring layered color to sheltered spaces without relying on flowers.
Place it in bright filtered shade and moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil evenly damp without leaving it waterlogged, and protect the leaves from harsh direct sun. Divide established clumps in spring when a larger planting or fresh container is needed.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.0 oz |
|---|---|
| Height | 90 cm – 150 cm |
| Spread | 60 cm – 90 cm |
| Synonyms | Stromanthe sanguinea Magic Star, Stromanthe sanguinea Magicstar, Stromanthe sanguinea Valmic, Stromanthe thalia Magic Star |
| Family | Marantaceae |
| Propagation | Divide established clumps in spring before new growth begins. |
| Pests | Watch for mealybugs, aphids, and spider mites. |
| Diseases | Overwatering can cause root and stem rot. |
| Hazardous | unknown |
| Variegated | yes |
| Watering instructions | Keep moist, well-drained soil evenly damp without waterlogging. |
| Sunlight instructions | Grow in bright, filtered partial shade away from harsh direct sun. |
| Aspect | East, North |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Habit | Clump-former |
| Moisture | Moist but Well Drained |
| Ph | Acid, Neutral |
| Position | Partial shade |
| Shape | Upright, Spreading |
| Suggest planting location | Shade Garden, Patio and container use, Tropical Garden |
| Type | Perennial |
| Use for | Shade Garden, Low maintenance, Container Planting |
| Cultivation | |
| Soil | Loam |
| Local names | Stromanthe, Prayer plant |
| Usps | Cream-speckled green leaves reveal deep purple undersides., An upright clump fills shaded patio pots and tropical beds. |