Episcia cupreata 'Tierra Plata'

Episcia is a genus of tropical perennial plants related to African violets (from the Gesneriaceae family), valued both for their ornamental foliage and their colorful, delicate flowers. Native to Central and South America, these plants are ideal for growing indoors in warm, humid locations.

🔹 Botanical characteristics:

• Growth habit: A trailing or cascading plant that forms dense mats. It is ideal for hanging pots or as ground cover in terrariums.

• Leaves: Decorative, velvety, with varied patterns and spectacular colors - green, bronze, silver, burgundy, or contrasting edges. The leaves are oval with prominent veins.

• Flowers: Small, in shades of red, orange, yellow, pink, or violet, with a tubular shape and delicate petals. They may appear throughout the year, especially under optimal light and humidity conditions.

🔹 Recommended growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves. It also grows well under artificial light.

• Soil: Light, well-draining, and rich in organic matter - ideally a mix for African violets.

• Watering: Moderate - keep the substrate slightly moist but not waterlogged. Avoid watering directly onto the leaves.

• Temperature: It thrives in warm and stable environments It does not tolerate temperatures below 15°C for extended periods.

• Humidity: High - fine misting, water trays, or growing in terrariums is recommended.

• Fertilization: Every 2-4 weeks during the active growing period, using diluted fertilizer for flowering plants.

• Propagation: It is easily propagated by stolons (runners) that root upon contact with the soil, as well as by stem cuttings.

• Toxicity: Considered non-toxic to humans and pets.

• Uses: Suitable for hanging pots, terrariums, indoor gardens, and spaces with increased humidity.

Episcia is a spectacular and versatile houseplant with stunning foliage and delicate flowers, perfect for those who want to bring a tropical, textured feel to their green space.

Height including pot: approx. 12 cm

Note: The specimens may also have leaves with defects - this variety is sensitive to handling and temperature fluctuations.

The plant is sold without flowers.