Chlorospatha atropurpurea is an eye-catching, rare aroid known for its striking dark purple to nearly black velvety leaves. This plant is prized by collectors for its unique appearance.
Native to: Chlorospatha atropurpurea is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia. It thrives in the humid understory of these forests, where it receives dappled light and consistent moisture.
Water: Water your Chlorospatha atropurpurea thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil has dried out. This plant prefers a consistently moist environment but is prone to root rot if left in standing water. Ensure the pot has excellent drainage and reduce watering during the winter months when growth slows.
Light: This plant does best in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can damage its leaves, so place it in a spot where it receives filtered light. It can tolerate lower light conditions, but this may result in slower growth and less vibrant foliage.
Humidity: Chlorospatha atropurpurea thrives in high humidity levels between 70% and 90%. Using a humidifier, placing the plant on a pebble tray with water, or regular misting can help maintain these conditions. This plant is also ideal for terrariums, which provide the necessary high humidity for its optimal growth.
Temperature: Maintain temperatures between 18°C to 26°C for the best growth. Chlorospatha atropurpurea is sensitive to cold and should be protected from drafts and temperatures below 15°C. Keeping it in a warm, stable environment that mimics its native tropical habitat will promote healthy growth and vibrant 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.
