{"product_id":"zebra-plant-aphelandra-squarrosa-white-wash","title":"Aphelandra squarrosa 'White Wash' - Zebra Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA bold beauty with distinctive style, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAphelandra squarrosa ‘White Wash’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e features striking green leaves patterned with dramatic, silvery-white veins – giving it the unmistakable look of a zebra’s stripes. This cultivar has a softer, misted appearance compared to the classic form, with paler foliage and a velvety glow. Grown primarily for its foliage, it can also produce brilliant \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eyellow cone-shaped flowers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in the right conditions. A showpiece plant that brings texture and contrast to any indoor jungle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eAphelandra squarrosa\u003c\/i\u003e ‘White Wash’ (\u003ci\u003esquarrosa\u003c\/i\u003e = “rough” or “scaly,” referring to its leaf texture)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eZebra Plant ‘White Wash’, Aphelandra ‘White Wash’, White Variegated Zebra Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eZebra Plant, White Wash Zebra Plant, Aphelandra\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to the tropical rainforests of Brazil, where it grows in warm, humid understories with filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Direct sunlight may scorch the leaves, while low light can reduce the vibrancy of the variegation. A spot near an east- or north-facing window works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep the soil \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eevenly moist but not soggy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid letting the plant dry out completely or sit in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLoves high humidity – aim for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60% or higher\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Use a pebble tray, regular misting, or a humidifier, especially in winter or centrally heated rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elight, well-draining indoor potting mix\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with added perlite or sand for improved drainage. Aphelandras like moisture, but dislike heavy, compacted soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2–4 weeks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e during spring and summer with a diluted, balanced liquid fertiliser. Reduce or stop feeding in autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers temperatures between \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18–24°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Avoid draughts, temperature swings, or any exposure below 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo – \u003ci\u003eAphelandra\u003c\/i\u003e species are \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emildly toxic if ingested\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by pets or humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep in a consistent, warm spot with high humidity and avoid moving it too often. To encourage flowering, maintain bright light, good feeding, and slightly higher humidity. Remove spent flowers to keep the plant looking tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":43426227257597,"sku":"CF2095","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"-","offer_id":43426227290365,"sku":"CF2096","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/zebra-plant-aphelandra-squarrosa-white-wash-939702.jpg?v=1684610049","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/zebra-plant-aphelandra-squarrosa-white-wash","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}