Episcia 'Chocolate Soldier' Houseplant
Episcia 'Chocolate Soldier' Houseplant
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Bring home a piece of botanical history with the exquisite Episcia 'Chocolate Soldier'. This rare and captivating houseplant combines evolutionary beauty with ease of care, making it a perfect addition to your indoor garden.
šæ Key Features:
- A Heritage of Beauty: Originating from the lush understories of Central and South American rainforests, Episcia plants have evolved to showcase vibrant foliage and resilience in shaded environments.
- Unique Silver Foliage: 'Chocolate Soldier' boasts shimmering silver and green variegated leaves, reflecting the mystical beauty of its tropical origins.
- Historical Significance: First discovered by European botanists in the 19th century, Episcia has since enchanted plant lovers worldwide with its ornamental appeal.
- Easy Care Tropical: Despite its exotic lineage, 'Chocolate Soldier' is easy to grow indoors, thriving under similar conditions to its close relative, the African violet.
- Compact Growth Habit: Ideal for small spaces, hanging baskets, or as an eye-catching tabletop accent.
š± 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.
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Beautiful Plant
Well packed. Nice plant
My order arrived safely and was carefully packed. The plants were healthy and really nice. All are thriving. I was especially thrilled to receive episcia āChocolate Soldierā. A co-worker was given a rooted piece of this plant by another employee years ago. It thrived, sitting on her deskā¦.beautiful. I have been searching for a healthy Chocolate Soldier for years (donāt see many of these) and now I have one! I am very happy with our transaction and hope to do business with this seller again in the future.
Couldnāt ask for any better