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Cyrtosperma johnstonii Ø10.5cm
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Cyrtosperma johnstonii is a rare exotic aroid from the Araceae family, native to Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea. UNIQUE through its dramatic petioles alternately striped white and dark-green — reminiscent of a flamingo leg. Large dark-green sagittate leaves. Spectacular collector plant.
Pot diameter: 10.5 cm
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🌿 Cyrtosperma johnstonii — Exotic Aroid with Dramatic Striped Petioles
Cyrtosperma johnstonii is one of the most unusual collector aroids available, renowned not so much for its leaves (which are typical tropical sagittate), but for its long, dramatically striped petioles with white and dark-green, reminiscent of a flamingo leg or cartoon character. The petioles are THE ART PIECE of the plant — they can reach 30-60 cm length, with contrasting stripes making them immediately recognizable.
The leaves are large sagittate (arrow-shaped), dark-green, with pronounced veins. In mature plants, they can reach 20-40 cm, offering an authentic tropical appearance. But the real attraction are the petioles — each petiole has its own pattern of white stripes on dark-green background, and the plant looks like a group of flamingo legs rising from a pot.
At the offered size — Ø10.5cm pot — the plant is young-mature, with 2-4 formed leaves. Rare plant for collectors — impresses through unique combination of striped petioles + large leaves.
🌍 Botanical Origin
Cyrtosperma johnstonii is native to Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea. Scientifically described in 1893. Araceae family, same as Alocasia and Colocasia. Toxic.
🌱 Striped Petioles
Long petioles 30-60 cm, alternately striped with white and dark-green. Unique pattern per petiole. Large sagittate leaves 20-40 cm, dark-green, with pronounced veins. The plant looks like a group of flamingo legs.
🌱 Care
- Light: moderate to bright indirect.
- Temperature: 20-28°C; not below 16°C.
- Watering: regular; substrate slightly moist.
- Humidity: 70-90% MANDATORY.
- Substrate: airy aroid mix.
- Fertilization: every 3-4 weeks.
- Propagation: division.
🌿 Toxic
Calcium oxalates. Out of reach of children/pets.
🌸 Why 'johnstonii'
THE ONLY aroid with dramatically striped petioles. No other indoor plant with similar pattern on petioles. Top piece for collectors who appreciate plants with distinct and rare character.
🌱 Common Problems
Brown tips: low humidity. Pale petioles: insufficient light. Yellow leaves: overwatering.
Denumire: Cyrtosperma
Cerințe lumină: Partial umbra
Tip plantă: Decorative
Utilizare: Interior
Tip suport: Ghiveci
Material Suport: Plastic
Why do Cyrtosperma johnstonii petioles have red-purple striped patterning?
The red-purple striped and spotted petioles are a genetic adaptation of the species to its natural habitat in the Solomon Islands, where the plant grows in the deep shade of tropical rainforests. The pattern aids camouflage and becomes more pronounced in filtered light conditions.
How much humidity does Cyrtosperma johnstonii require?
Cyrtosperma johnstonii requires high humidity, ideally between 70-85%. It comes from a humid tropical habitat and leaves will show dry or brown edges at humidity below 60%. Use a humidifier or group the plant with other tropical plants.
Is Cyrtosperma johnstonii toxic to pets?
Yes. Like all plants in the Araceae family, Cyrtosperma johnstonii contains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause oral irritation, drooling and vomiting in cats and dogs. Place the plant out of reach of pets.
How is Cyrtosperma johnstonii propagated?
Cyrtosperma johnstonii is propagated by dividing the mature rhizome in spring. Carefully remove the plant from its pot, separate sections of the rhizome that have at least 2-3 growth points and their own leaves, then replant in moist aroid substrate. Rooting hormone accelerates recovery.
What maximum size does Cyrtosperma johnstonii reach indoors?
In its natural habitat, Cyrtosperma johnstonii can reach 2-3 meters in height. Indoors, with good light and humidity conditions, the plant develops up to 80-120 cm in height, with individual leaves that can exceed 40-50 cm in length on elongated petioles.
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