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

Growers choice- you will receive a non-exact, but similar plant as pictured.

Labisia species from Indonesia. Produced domestically via vegetative cloning. Progresses into a beautiful silvery-green with maturity.

Highly suitable for terrariums.

This species has been grown open-air on my patio, and has weathered winter relative humidity dips to 22% and temperatures as low as 41°f without apparent harm, for those curious about pushing their plants to the limits.

Keep in well drained potting media. I grow mine in HP Promix.

🌿 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.