Art Deco^™ Opulence^™ Red Sword Apoballis acuminatissima

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Exposure

Low
Medium

Details
8 - 14 Inches
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20cm - 36cm
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Features

Hailing from the lush tropics of Indonesia is another exceptional aroid–behold the beauty of Art Deco^™ Opulence^™. This jewel of a tropical plant features silky smooth, sword-shaped leaves, adorned with opulent silvery patterning. It looks like one of nature's masterpieces! Leaf uppers have varying shades of grayish-green; stems and undersides are a contrasting, regal shade of burgundy, making it clear why this plant is sometimes referred to as "Red Sword". The true luxury of ‘Opulence’, however, lies not just in its artful appearance, but in how easy it is to care for! It can thrive in medium light, with regular moisture and an occasional dose of fertilizer.

Adaptable As Houseplant

Foliage Interest

Harmful To:

Pets

Characteristics

Plant Type:
Houseplant

Height:
8 - 14 Inches 20cm - 36cm

Foliage Colors:
Green

Foliage Shade:
Dark green with silvery-green variegation and reddish-purple undersides.

Habit:
Upright

Container Role:
Thriller
Plant Needs
Light Requirement:
Low

Light Requirement:
Medium

Low - No direct sun, not near a window. Medium - Medium bright indirect light in the AM or PM, typically from an east or west window. High - Bright direct or indirect light for much of the day, typically from a south window.

Maintenance Category:
Easy

Preferred Temperature:
60 - 85 °F

Water Category:
Average

Humidity Preference:
Low

Humidity Preference:
Medium

Container Soil Type:
Indoor Potting Mix

Needs Good Drainage

Uses:
Bright Spaces

Uses:
Desktops

Uses:
Humid Spaces

Uses:
Low Light Spaces

Uses Notes:

Not for human or animal consumption.
Maintenance Notes:

For optimal performance, keep your Apoballis at 60-85°F (15-29°C).
Apoballis prefer to grow in medium to bright, indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window. They can adapt to growing in lower light, however, growth will be slower and leaves may not get as large. Avoid placing your Apoballis in direct sunlight as it may lead to scorching.
Aboballis prefer humidity above 40%.
Apoballis prefer consistent moisture. As such, water thoroughly when the top 1-2 inches of soil feels dry. If you notice your plant weeping or wilting, it needs water.
Feed your Apoballis once per month at half strength when it is actively growing. Reduce frequency of fertilization in the winter months. If no new leaves are growing, it does not need to be fertilized.
Protect furniture when watering & fertilizing.
When repotting your Apoballis, use an all-purpose potting mix, with perlite added to ensure good drainage
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