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Geogenanthus 'Seersucker'

Geogenanthus 'Seersucker'

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Introduce a touch of unparalleled texture to your collection with the rare and fascinating Seersucker Plant. This remarkable tropical plant is a true showpiece, celebrated for its deeply quilted, glossy leaves that remarkably mimic the puckered texture of seersucker fabric. With its dramatic, dark foliage and unique three-dimensional appeal, the Geogenanthus poeppigii is a sophisticated and rewarding choice for the discerning plant enthusiast.

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Mature height

Grows to a low, compact height of approximately 12 inches.

Mature width

Forms a dense clump that can spread to be 18 inches wide.

Spacing

Best as a standalone specimen in a pot or terrarium where its unique texture can be observed up close.

Evergreen/Deciduous

Evergreen

Foliage

Features incredible, elliptical leaves that are deeply puckered or 'quilted' between the veins, creating a texture like seersucker fabric. The leaves are a deep, glossy, bronze-green to a dark, purplish-black, often with a lighter central stripe.

Flowering Period & Fruit

May produce small, purplish-blue flowers at the base of the leaves, but it is grown almost exclusively for its extraordinary, textured foliage.

Sun Tolerance

Requires medium to bright, indirect light. Protect from any direct sunlight, which will scorch the leaves and cause the deep colors to fade.

Maintenance

Moderate. This plant thrives in consistently high humidity and warm temperatures, making it an excellent choice for a greenhouse cabinet or terrarium. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.

Root System

A fine, fibrous root system that is sensitive to both overwatering and drying out. Requires a rich, airy, and well-draining potting mix.