Labisia obtusifolia ‘Kura Kura’ - model spectaculos, planta de colectie

Labisia obtusifolia ‘Kura Kura’, often sold under the name Turtle Back, is valued almost exclusively for its foliage: thick leaves with raised veins and a very contrasting pattern that creates a 3D effect, like a “shell.” It is an ideal plant for shelves, desks, and bright corners without direct sunlight, where it remains compact and keeps its graphic appearance.

🌿 Botanical characteristics

• Type: indoor ornamental plant with a compact habit

• Leaves: oval, dark (green/bronze), with light veins and raised texture (the “turtle back” effect)

• Growth: slow to moderate, ideal for collections

💧 Growing and care conditions

• Light: good indirect light; avoid direct sun (can burn the leaves)

• Watering: moderate; allow the top layer of the substrate to dry slightly between waterings; avoid overwatering

• Humidity: medium to high; in very dry air, brown tips may appear

• Optimal temperature: 18–26°C; protect from cold drafts

• Substrate: airy and well-drained, for tropical plants

  🌱 Secret Garden recommendation:

  👉 For healthy roots and stable growth, use Secret Garden Professional Substrate for Monstera & tropical plants — a balanced mix of peat, pine bark, perlite, and coconut fiber, specially designed for tropical plants sensitive to excess water.

✨ Advantages and uses

• Foliage with a unique texture, making a statement even in a small pot

• Suitable for small spaces and minimalist decor

• Looks great alongside patterned-leaf plants (maranta, calathea, etc.)

📌 Note: The pattern, shade, and intensity of the texture may naturally vary from one specimen to another. After handling and transport, leaves may show minor aesthetic marks without affecting the plant’s viability.

Height with pot included approx. 15-20 cm