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Hemigraphis alternata

Silver Waffle Plant

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Trailing tropical foliage plant with striking metallic purple and silver variegated leaves. Features a unique waffle-textured surface, ideal for hanging baskets or terrariums in humid indoor environments.
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Amazon.com 1-2 in In Stock $16.99 Buy
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Plant Details

Common Name Silver Waffle Plant
Family Acanthaceae
Genus Hemigraphis
Species Alternata
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors; small white tubular blooms in warm summers.
Leaf Color Purple, Silver, Green variegation
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based potting mix with perlite for drainage and aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mist regularly to maintain high humidity, reduce watering in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; direct sun scorches leaves while low light fades coloration

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring-Summer)

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Pruning

Pinch back tips frequently to encourage bushiness and prevent legginess

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
600 – 10000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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