4" Pot Purple Belgian Waffle

Common Name: Purple Belgian Waffle Plant, Waffle Plant, Purple Waffle Plant, Red Ivy

Scientific Name: Hemigraphis alternata, Strobilanthes alternata, Hemigraphis exotica

This variety has the same growth habits as regular purple waffle plant, but with lighter coloration and can have splotches of green, pink, or brownish-white.

-Care Recommendations By The Dude-

Best for These Animals: Small and moderate sized reptiles and amphibians from tropical climates.

Bio Dude Substrates: TerraFlora, TerraFauna, some TerraFirma

Soil Depth: Shallow to moderate with proper drainage, though it prefers consistently moist soil.

Lighting: Low to medium indirect light.  Do not place near a heat or basking lamp.

Humidity & Misting: 40%-100%, with higher humidity levels suggested for optimal growth.

Mature Plant Size & Root System: These fun plants will max out at about 12" tall and will get bushier with age; if height becomes an issue you may prune down its size-- it is recommended to remove flower spikes when they form or plants tend to get "leggy".  It has a shallow fibrous root system.

Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Too high temperatures/low humidity may cause leaves to brown.  It will wilt when soil becomes too dry, but can easily be resuscitated with a good, deep drenching. Works well as a front (low) groundcover, if maintained low, or as an underplanting.  

Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Non-toxic if consumed, though these are typically used for ornamental, not edible, purposes.

Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted waffle plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.