Episcia ‘Emerald Velvet’ – Rare Tropical Plant with Metallic Foliage
Description:
Episcia ‘Emerald Velvet’ is a stunning and exotic member of the Gesneriad family, closely related to African violets. Known for its deep green, velvety leaves with shimmering, iridescent tones, this rare cultivar adds a luxurious touch to terrariums, vivariums, or indoor plant collections. Under the right lighting, the foliage glows with a metallic sheen, making it a true collector's gem.
Native to the tropical Americas, Episcias thrive in warm, humid conditions and grow well as ground covers or trailing plants in enclosed or high-humidity setups.
Key Features:
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? Botanical Name: Episcia cupreata ‘Emerald Velvet’
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? Family: Gesneriaceae
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? Foliage Color: Deep green with emerald and silvery shimmer
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? Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading or trailing
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? Watering: Keep evenly moist; avoid letting dry out completely
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?️ Temperature Range: 65–80°F (18–27°C)
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? Light: Bright, indirect light (avoid direct sun)
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? Humidity: High humidity preferred (50–80%)
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? Best For: Terrariums, vivariums, and indoor collections
Care Tips:
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Water with room temperature water and avoid wetting the leaves excessively.
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Great candidate for self-contained terrariums or as an understory plant in bioactive setups.
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Fertilize monthly with a diluted, balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
