Name: Pterisanthes sp. borneo black [non-exact]
Brand: Sunshine State Foliage
SKU: PTE-BORN-NEX
Price: 120.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Pterisanthes sp. borneo black [non-exact]

GenusPterisanthesRegionSoutheast AsiaPlant GroupOtherGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupHouseplantDifficultyIntermediate

Care information

I love this plant. All of the other Pterisanthes have been a pain to grow. This one handles a broader range of conditions and is more forgiving in care. The foliage is thicker, smooth, and very dark. In lower lighting it sometimes even takes on a slight blue iridescence.

I have a hunch this could be grown as a houseplant around the 40-50%RH range, but I haven't tested it. It is quite hardy, and has taken well to my patio room where the other Pterisanthes species have failed.

Growers choice: you will receive a similarly sized plant. It will be a rooted cutting and has new growth.

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: Vitaceae
Growth strategy: Epiphyte
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: Large
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: Moist — Substrate should be kept consistently hydrated but never "soggy." This allows for critical oxygen to reach the root zone, preventing hypoxia and rot.
World: Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.