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🌿 Stromanthe sanguinea ‘Tricolour’
Common Names: Tricolor Stromanthe, Triostar Stromanthe
Family: Marantaceae (Prayer Plant family)
Type: Evergreen tropical perennial (grown as a houseplant in most climates)
Native to: Brazil (cultivar, not found in the wild)
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🍃 Foliage (Main Attraction)
Striking variegated leaves:
Creamy white, soft pink, and green marbling on the upper surface.
Undersides are a vivid burgundy or magenta.
Leaves are long and lance-shaped, reaching up to 30–40 cm (12–16 inches).
Coloration varies by light: brighter indirect light = more pink/white variegation.
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🌱 Growth Habit
Upright and slightly bushy.
Can reach about 60–90 cm (2–3 feet) tall and wide.
Grows from rhizomes and spreads slowly with time.
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🌼 Flowers (Rare Indoors)
Tiny reddish-pink flowers may appear in spring or summer.
Decorative value is minimal; grown almost exclusively for foliage.
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💧 Care Summary
Aspect Requirement
Light Bright, indirect light (too much sun will bleach or scorch leaves).
Water Keep soil moist but never soggy. Use filtered or rainwater if possible.
Humidity Needs high humidity (above 60%). Dry air leads to brown edges.
Temperature Warm temps: 18–27°C (65–80°F). Avoid cold drafts or temp swings.
Soil Loose, well-draining, peat-based mix (like for Calatheas).
Feeding Monthly with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.
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✂️ Maintenance Tips
Wipe leaves to remove dust.
Trim off brown tips caused by low humidity or fluoride in tap water.
Repot every 2–3 years and divide rhizomes to propagate.
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📝 Notes
Considered more demanding than other houseplants due to its humidity needs.
Best kept in bathrooms with natural light, near humidifiers, or in greenhouse conditions.
A fantastic choice for color lovers — one of the most vivid tropical foliage plants you can grow indoors.
🌿 Stromanthe sanguinea ‘Tricolour’
Common Names: Tricolor Stromanthe, Triostar Stromanthe
Family: Marantaceae (Prayer Plant family)
Type: Evergreen tropical perennial (grown as a houseplant in most climates)
Native to: Brazil (cultivar, not found in the wild)
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🍃 Foliage (Main Attraction)
Striking variegated leaves:
Creamy white, soft pink, and green marbling on the upper surface.
Undersides are a vivid burgundy or magenta.
Leaves are long and lance-shaped, reaching up to 30–40 cm (12–16 inches).
Coloration varies by light: brighter indirect light = more pink/white variegation.
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🌱 Growth Habit
Upright and slightly bushy.
Can reach about 60–90 cm (2–3 feet) tall and wide.
Grows from rhizomes and spreads slowly with time.
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🌼 Flowers (Rare Indoors)
Tiny reddish-pink flowers may appear in spring or summer.
Decorative value is minimal; grown almost exclusively for foliage.
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💧 Care Summary
Aspect Requirement
Light Bright, indirect light (too much sun will bleach or scorch leaves).
Water Keep soil moist but never soggy. Use filtered or rainwater if possible.
Humidity Needs high humidity (above 60%). Dry air leads to brown edges.
Temperature Warm temps: 18–27°C (65–80°F). Avoid cold drafts or temp swings.
Soil Loose, well-draining, peat-based mix (like for Calatheas).
Feeding Monthly with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.
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✂️ Maintenance Tips
Wipe leaves to remove dust.
Trim off brown tips caused by low humidity or fluoride in tap water.
Repot every 2–3 years and divide rhizomes to propagate.
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📝 Notes
Considered more demanding than other houseplants due to its humidity needs.
Best kept in bathrooms with natural light, near humidifiers, or in greenhouse conditions.
A fantastic choice for color lovers — one of the most vivid tropical foliage plants you can grow indoors.