Episcia 'Chocolate Soldier'

Bring home a piece of botanical history with the exquisite Episcia 'Chocolate Soldier'. This captivating houseplant combines evolutionary beauty with ease of care, making it a perfect addition to your indoor garden.

🌿 Key Features:

• Actually Old: Introduced in 1953 by R.G. Wilson out of Miami. Registered with the Gesneriad Society. Older than most people buying it and still undefeated.
• Silver Center, Dark Edge: A wide silver leaf with a chocolate border. Not veining - a proper margin.
• Neon Red Flowers: Not coral. Not salmon. Neon. Blooms frequently without being asked.
• Easy Tropical: Same conditions as an African violet, plus a little more warmth and humidity. Terrarium-friendly, not terrarium-dependent.
• Runs Everywhere: Stolons for days. Great in a basket, great on a shelf, and you will have more of these than you planned.
  

🌱 Plant Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight, mimicking its natural habitat under the rainforest canopy.
• Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch feels dry to the touch.
• Humidity: Enjoys higher humidity levels. Use a humidifier or a pebble tray to replicate tropical conditions.
• Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
• Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix suitable for African violets or tropical houseplants.