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Labisia sp. perlis [non exact]
Labisia sp. perlis [non exact]
Labisia sp. perlis [non exact]
Labisia sp. perlis [non exact]
Labisia sp. perlis [non exact]
Labisia sp. perlis [non exact]
GenusLabisiaRegionSoutheast AsiaPlant GroupOtherGrowth HabitRosetteSetupTerrariumDifficultyIntermediate
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Care information

Labisia species from Indonesia. This plant has intricate venation in the leaves, with an attractive array of color. Similarly sized (or larger) plant for sale, which is a domestically produced propagate/clone.

This one is rare in the trade. Prefers higher humidities and temperatures.

✅Non-exact, but similarly sized plant for sale
Ships bare root.
Good airflow
High humidity
Medium light
Clay/organic/mixed substrates with good drainage.
Akadama brings out the best colors.

🌿 Read the Labisia care guide
Plant Details
Airflow
Low — Specifically suited for sealed, stagnant environments. These plants do not require active ventilation or fans to prevent bacterial or fungal "melt."
Family
Primulaceae
Growth strategy
Terrestrial
Humidity
80–100% — The "Sweet Spot" for most rare tropicals and shinglers. This high-saturation environment is essential for aerial root attachment to hardscape and ensures that delicate foliage maintains its turgidity and sheen.
Lighting
Moderate — Prefers bright, filtered, or indirect light. This is the "sweet spot" for most terrarium species; however, direct sun or high-intensity LEDs will scorch delicate juvenile leaves.
PH
5.5–6.5 — Acidic (Optimal): The “Goldilocks” zone for most tropical terrarium plants, including Marcgravia. This range ensures maximum nutrient availability and mimics the natural decomposition of leaf litter on the rainforest floor.
Sales form
Rooted
Size
Medium
Temperature
70–85°F — Standard Tropical Range. This mirrors the natural understory of the rainforest, providing enough warmth for vigorous growth while remaining safe from the extreme heat that can bake a closed glass enclosure.
Watering substrate
Damp — These plants love high moisture levels; the substrate should stay wet to the touch at all times but should not be sitting in a stagnant, waterlogged state.
World
Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.