Costus sp. Variegated is a striking ornamental plant belonging to the Costaceae family, prized for its variegated foliage and spiralling growth habit. The broad, lance-shaped leaves are marked with bold streaks of cream, yellow, and green, creating a visually dynamic pattern. Its stems form a distinctive spiral, a feature typical of many Costus species, giving it a unique, sculptural appearance. Though Costus sp. Variegated is primarily grown for its attractive foliage, mature plants may also produce tubular red, orange, or yellow flowers, typically emerging from cone-like structures at the stem tips.
Native to
Costus sp. Variegated likely originates from tropical regions of Central and South America, where Costus species naturally thrive in the understory of rainforests. These plants are accustomed to growing in warm, humid environments with dappled light filtering through the canopy.
Water
Water regularly, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Costus sp. Variegated appreciates a good balance of moisture, so allow the top layer of the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, as this can lead to root rot.
Light
Bright, indirect light is essential for maintaining the variegation and healthy growth of Costus sp. Variegated. It can tolerate some direct morning sunlight, but avoid harsh midday or afternoon rays, which can scorch the leaves and cause the variegation to fade.
Humidity
High humidity, ideally above 60%, is crucial for Costus sp. Variegated to thrive indoors. Its high humidity requirements make it an ideal candidate for terrariums, especially when smaller.
Temperature
Maintain indoor temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Costus sp. Variegated is sensitive to cold temperatures and should be kept away from draughts or rooms that drop below 15°C. Consistent warmth supports healthy growth and helps maintain its colourful foliage.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
