Aphelandra Squarrosa
Zebra Plant
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Origin
Madagascar
Care
Minimum
Light
Moderate
Water
Minimum
Purify
Yes
Pet Friendly
No
Care
Light
Zebra Plant prefer bright indirect light. Lower light will slow growth and weaker stems. More time should be given in between waterings in lower light conditions, in order to avoid potential root rot. This plant should not be placed in direct sun, as its leaves will burn.
Water
Zebra Plant prefer to be on the drier side. The soil should be allowed to completely dry between waterings, at which point the plant should be watered thoroughly. Signs of overwatering include yellowing leaves and brown soft leaf tips. and root rot. Brown crispy leaf tips can indicate underwatering, but keep in mind this plant will naturally lose its lower leaves as it grows. We recommend fertilizing every month during spring through summer with a diluted general houseplant fertilizer.
Care
This is a low maintenance houseplant. It enjoys high humidity but will tolerate normal to low levels of humidity as well. As it grows, it will drop old leaves to slowly reveal a skinny trunk. This plant can be pruned for a bushier look, but it is typically grown as a tall, skinny tree. If the plant is pruned, stem cuttings can be propagated to create new plants. This plant enjoys being root bound in a smaller size pot, so we recommend waiting to repot it until absolutely necessary.
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