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Pearcea bilobata [cutting]
GenusPearceaRegionSouth AmericaPlant GroupGesneriadsGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupTerrariumDifficultyIntermediate
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Care information

*Pearcea bilobata* is a trailing species in the Gesneriad family native to Ecuador. It produces dark green, slightly textured leaves with red undersides, and under the right conditions it blooms with tubular orange-red flowers that stand out against the foliage. Its creeping stems make it a good candidate for terrariums, hanging pots, or small planters where its growth habit can be displayed.

You will receive an **unrooted cutting**, grower’s choice. It will be similar in size and form to the one pictured but not the exact plant. Shipped bare-root or in moss depending on conditions.

**Light Requirements:** Bright, indirect light to moderate shade.
**Humidity Requirements:** High, 60–90%. Performs best in terrarium or greenhouse conditions.
**Temperature Range:** 65–80°F (18–27°C). Keep above 60°F (16°C).
**Growth Habit:** Creeping/trailing stems with textured leaves and red undersides; tubular flowers appear when mature.
**Soil:** Moist, well-draining tropical or gesneriad mix with added aeration.
**pH:** Slightly acidic, 5.5–6.5.
**Size:** Leaves typically 5–8 cm long; stems trail and branch under favorable conditions.

Plant Details
Airflow
Medium — Essential for "wetish" setups. Needs regular air exchange or internal circulation fans to prevent water from sitting on leaves, which helps avoid rot and fungal issues.
Family
Gesneriaceae
Growth strategy
Terrestrial
Humidity
60–80% — Suitable for "open-top" or partially ventilated terrariums. While higher than average household humidity, these plants are adaptable and less prone to leaf melt if the environment fluctuates slightly.
Lighting
Bright — Requires high-output lighting to maintain vivid color expression (especially for reds, purples, and variegation) and to ensure shingling habits stay tight and compact.
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.
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Cutting
Size
Medium
Temperature
65–75°F — Ideal for "Cool-Growers" or highland species. These plants prefer the lower end of the tropical spectrum and may show signs of stress or heat-dropping leaves if temperatures consistently exceed 80°F.
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
New World — Native to the Western Hemisphere: North, Central, and South America plus the Caribbean