Saxifraga stolonifera ‘Tricolor’ – planta cu frunzis tricolor spectaculos (babyplant)
Saxifraga stolonifera ‘Tricolor’, also known by the common names deer plant or Japanese creeping saxifrage, is a decorative indoor variety, appreciated for its velvety leaves of intense green color, outlined with pink and cream shades. As it grows, it forms thin shoots that arch elegantly and can generate new rosettes, turning the plant into a lively and spectacular green carpet.
🌿 Botanical characteristics:
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Family: Saxifragaceae
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Origin: East Asia (Japan, China)
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Foliage: velvety, round, with pink edges and silver spots; the underside of the leaf is reddish
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Growth: trailing plant, ideal for hanging pots or shelf decoration
☀️ Growing conditions:
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Light: prefers indirect, diffuse light; avoid direct sunlight which can burn the leaves
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Watering: regular, when the top layer of the substrate is dry; do not let water stagnate
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Humidity: moderate to high; appreciates occasional misting
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Temperature: ideal between 18–25°C; avoid temperatures below 10°C
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Soil: light, loose, and well-drained
💚 Advantages and uses:
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Easy-to-care-for indoor plant, perfect for bright spaces
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Distinctive decorative effect through the tricolor contrast of the leaves
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Can be grown in hanging pots, mixed arrangements, or as a border plant in shaded gardens
⚠️ Note: The leaves may show small imperfections due to transport or humidity variations. These aspects are normal and do not affect the plant's viability.
Height with pot included approx. 15 cm
The decorative pot is not included in the price.