{"title":"Other Araceae","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere you'll find all aroids that don't fit into any of the other categories.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cyrtosperma-cf-giganteum","title":"Cyrtosperma cf. giganteum","description":"Arum plants of the genus \u003cem\u003eCyrtosperma\u003c\/em\u003e are still almost unknown in Europe, yet they are beautiful and very easy to care for.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThese are marsh plants that grow in the seasonally monsoon-flooded forests of Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and surrounding islands. They even tolerate brackish water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e They have an upright growth habit with vertically borne leaves, similar to some \u003cem\u003eAlocasia varieties.\u003c\/em\u003e They invariably grow large, reaching heights of 2 to 4 meters. The leaves are pointed and arrow-shaped. They form a very thick rhizome, which can also grow to over 2 meters in length and is cooked and eaten in their native habitat. Mature rhizomes can weigh over 100 kg! This makes it the largest vegetable in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The plants offered here probably belong to the species \u003cem\u003eC. giganteum\u003c\/em\u003e , an extremely rare species which has only been found a few times in nature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It was first collected in 1907 by the Dutch botanist Gerard Martinus Versteeg and in 1909 by the Dutch physician and psychiatrist Lucien Albert Marie von Römer. \u003cbr\u003eBased on Versteeg's collection, Adolf Engler named the plant \u003cem\u003eCyrtosperma giganteum.\u003c\/em\u003e After that, there were no further scientific records of the species for more than 90 years (!) until it was rediscovered in 1999 and 2000 during two expeditions in southern Papua. However, this rediscovery of the plant was not published, apart from a single photograph used to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.plantsoftheworldonline.org\/taxon\/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:2761-1#source-SP\"\u003eillustrate the genus \u003cem\u003eCyrtosperma\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in Plants of the World Online. It wasn't until December 2020 that this species was found again and this time scientifically studied ( \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/profile\/Alistair_Hay\/publication\/348065095_Cyrtosperma_giganteum_Engl_Araceae-_Lasioideae_found_again_in_Papua_Province_Indonesia\/links\/5fee249aa6fdccdcb81e8fe0\/Cyrtosperma-giganteum-Engl-Araceae-Lasioideae-found-again-in-Papua-Province-Indonesia.pdf\"\u003elink to the paper\u003c\/a\u003e ).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe plants we offer here arrived in Europe as seeds from Papua in September 2020, harvested from cultivated mother plants grown for vegetable production and apparently never identified as the much rarer \u003cem\u003eC. giganteum\u003c\/em\u003e . Initially, they were identified as the commonly cultivated \u003cem\u003eC. merkusii\u003c\/em\u003e . As they grew and it became clear that they were something else, they were then identified as \u003cem\u003eCyrtosperma\u003c\/em\u003e sp. \"Papua\" and finally (provisionally) as \u003cem\u003eC. giganteum\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e These plants, however, show some striking differences from the very few known descriptions of \u003cem\u003eC. giganteum\u003c\/em\u003e . For example, the petioles are significantly shorter and the leaves are strongly irregularly wavy. Therefore, whether they are indeed \u003cem\u003eC. giganteum\u003c\/em\u003e is still not definitively established.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318945427833,"sku":"Cyr001-9","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Cyrtosperma-cf-giganteum-00.jpg?v=1764904405"},{"product_id":"typhonodorum-lindleyanum-aquatischer-riesenaronstab","title":"Typhonodorum lindleyanum (Aquatic Giant Arum)","description":"\u003cem\u003eTyphonodorum lindleyanum\u003c\/em\u003e , also known as \"water banana\", is a rare arum lily from the swamps of Madagascar.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt grows up to 4 meters tall, of which approximately 2 meters are the pseudostem and 2 meters are the enormous, upright leaves. In our latitudes, it remains somewhat smaller, but can certainly reach over 2 meters in height. This species grows very quickly when it has sufficient nutrients and is kept in warm water (20+ °C). Therefore, it is usually sold as a seedling before it becomes too large for shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The flowers are about 30 cm long, very thick and \"fleshy\" and white.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a strong seedling, approximately 40-50 cm tall, in a 9 cm square pot (3rd picture).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px;\"\u003ePictures of the adult plants:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px;\"\u003eTyphonodorum lindleyanum, image by Jungle Rebel on Flickr.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px;\"\u003eUsed under the Attribution 2.0 Generic (CC BY 2.0) License.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/junglegarden\/26452688113\/\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/junglegarden\/26452689873\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319003787641,"sku":"Typ001","price":34.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/26452688113_3ee76dc0fe_k-1.jpg?v=1764907515"},{"product_id":"cercestis-mirabilis","title":"Cercestis mirabilis","description":"\u003cem\u003eCercestis mirabilis\u003c\/em\u003e is a very unusual arum lily from tropical West Africa.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCercestis\u003c\/em\u003e grows \u003cstrong\u003every\u003c\/strong\u003e slowly, producing only a few (3 to 5) leaves per year. Like many \u003cem\u003ephilodendrons\u003c\/em\u003e , it grows as a vine up to 10 meters long, but so slowly that there are hardly any pictures of climbing specimens. The leaves, however, are more reminiscent of an \u003cem\u003eanthurium\u003c\/em\u003e than a \u003cem\u003ephilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e and can reach up to 1 meter in length. Young leaves have a pretty white marking for which this species is known. Unfortunately, this marking disappears more and more in larger plants (though it will take several years for this to happen with the young plants offered here). Instead, the leaf shape changes, and the leaves develop slits and holes, similar to those of \u003cem\u003eMonstera\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Older plants produce so-called flagella, which can grow several meters long. These are long runners, similar to those produced \u003cem\u003eby Syngonium\u003c\/em\u003e , which they use to spread vegetatively over long distances.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCercestis mirabilis\u003c\/em\u003e appears to combine all the characteristics of commonly cultivated aroids. It grows like a \u003cem\u003ephilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e , but with leaves like an \u003cem\u003eanthurium\u003c\/em\u003e . The mature leaves are similar to those of a \u003cem\u003emonstera\u003c\/em\u003e , yet it propagates like a \u003cem\u003esyngonium\u003c\/em\u003e . Despite this combination of characteristics, it is not closely related to any of these other plants. Within the Araceae family, it belongs to the tribe Culcasiae, and almost no species from this tribe are cultivated as houseplants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial offer!\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive a young plant approximately 10 cm tall with 1 to 3 leaves in a 9 cm pot. See the last picture in the gallery.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319013683577,"sku":"Cerc001","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Cercestis-mirabilis-02.jpg?v=1764908204"},{"product_id":"homalomena-rubescens","title":"Homalomena rubescens","description":"\u003cem\u003eHomalomena rubescens\u003c\/em\u003e originates from Panama and grows as a small shrub in the undergrowth of rainforests. It reaches a height of up to 1 meter, and its leaves grow to about 50 cm long and 30 cm wide. The red leaf stalks and the attractive pleated pattern on the leaves are particularly pronounced in mature plants. They then strongly resemble a \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron pastazanum\u003c\/em\u003e (better known as \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e \"Fuzzy Petiole\"), but grow more like an \u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e . A truly cool combination, and above all, much more compact than the gigantic \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a plant approximately 20 to 30 cm tall in a 12 cm pot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319040520569,"sku":"Hom001","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Homalomena-rubescens-3.jpg?v=1764909485"},{"product_id":"zamioculcas-raven-zz-plant-gluecksfeder","title":"Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Raven' (ZZ Plant, Lucky Feather)","description":"The ZZ plant, or ZZ plant, is an Araceae (arum family) native to Africa. In its natural habitat, it grows to about 2 meters tall, but as a houseplant, it usually remains smaller. It has underground tubers in which it stores water and nutrients. The somewhat cumbersome scientific name, \u003cem\u003eZamioculcas zamiifolia,\u003c\/em\u003e refers to its close resemblance to a \u003cem\u003eZamia\u003c\/em\u003e . However, it is not closely related to the Zamia genus, a group of cycads.\u003cem\u003e\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The ZZ plant is very undemanding and thrives in almost any location. It needs little water, little light, and little fertilizer, and despite its tropical origin, it is resistant to dry air and cool temperatures. The cultivar 'Raven' is just as easy to care for as the green wild form, but tends to grow somewhat slower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It is very interesting to see that new shoots are initially green and then darken over several weeks.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a plant approximately 40 cm tall with several shoots in a 14 cm pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319058084217,"sku":"Zam001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Zamioculcas-Raven-01.jpg?v=1764910942"},{"product_id":"adelonema-wallisii-syn-homalomena-wallisii","title":"Adelonema wallisii (Syn. Homalomena wallisii)","description":"\u003cem\u003eAdelonema wallisii\u003c\/em\u003e is an arum (Araceae) native to Panama and Colombia. It is still most often sold under the synonym \u003cem\u003eHomalomena wallisii\u003c\/em\u003e . In its natural habitat, it grows in the undergrowth of rainforests along the Atlantic coast. It has a very low growth habit, usually not exceeding 15 cm in height, but reaching diameters of over 50 cm. The oval and surprisingly tough leaves grow to about 25 to 30 cm long and 15 to 20 cm wide. Most forms exhibit a tricolored mottled pattern consisting of light, almost white spots, larger medium-green areas, and a very dark base color. New leaves are initially rolled up and very pale, only reaching their final, dark coloration after several weeks. The flowers consist of a reddish spathe and a white spadix.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It grows very slowly, but retains its very robust leaves for a very long time and requires no special care.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":56319083413881,"sku":"Hom002-S","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":56319083446649,"sku":"Hom002-L","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Homalomena-wallisii-98.jpg?v=1768303567"},{"product_id":"wolffia-arrhiza-wurzellose-zwergwasserlinse","title":"Wolffia arrhiza (Rootless Duckweed)","description":"\u003cem\u003eWolffia arrhiza\u003c\/em\u003e is the smallest member of the Araceae family and also the smallest flowering plant in the world! It is widespread in the Old World and inhabits warm, stagnant, but not overly nutrient-rich waters in Europe, the Caucasus, parts of Africa, and Asia. In Germany, it is considered very rare.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThese tiny plants are only a maximum of 1.5 mm in size (usually even less than 1 mm!) and very simple in structure. They have no roots, leaves, or other plant organs and essentially consist of just a small ball of cells in a floating cushion. They can also \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www2.palomar.edu\/users\/warmstrong\/images2\/wobofl2c.jpg\"\u003eflower\u003c\/a\u003e . Their flowers consist of only a few cells, each forming a single style and a single stamen. \u003cem\u003eWolffia arrhiza\u003c\/em\u003e usually reproduces by budding rather than by seed. In this process, a second ball of cells grows from the mother plant, and the two separate after some time. For overwintering, they produce turions, which contain little chlorophyll but a lot of starch (hence the yellow color!). These sink to the bottom of the water body in winter to survive the cold season.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWolffia arrhiza\u003c\/em\u003e is mixotrophic. Besides photosynthesis, it can also directly obtain carbon from the surrounding water, which simply diffuses into the tiny plant. It is very nutrient-rich. When dried, it consists of approximately 40% protein and 40% starch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you rub \u003cem\u003eWolffia arrhiza\u003c\/em\u003e between your fingers, you immediately notice that it is much harder than other duckweeds and feels like fine sand. This makes it very easy to distinguish from other small duckweed species.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive approximately 1-2 ml of plants in a 5 to 10 ml Eppendorf tube. This may sound like a small amount, but it's enough to cover a roughly 10 cm diameter dish with a layer of \u003cem\u003eWolffia\u003c\/em\u003e ! We don't ship \u003cem\u003eWolffia\u003c\/em\u003e in typical aquatic plant cups with lots of water and few plants, as this usually results in a big mess when unpacking.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to the long shipping time, shipping to the following countries is at your own risk: Estonia, Finland, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden, Malta, Cyprus.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319103074681,"sku":"Wolf001","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Wolffia-arrhiza-02.jpg?v=1764914314"},{"product_id":"schismatoglottis-wallichii","title":"Schismatoglottis wallichii","description":"\u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis wallichii\u003c\/em\u003e is a relatively unknown Araceae with beautifully patterned leaves and a compact growth habit. It is found in the southern part of the Thai peninsula and on Sumatra and Borneo in shady, damp locations within the rainforests. It forms an underground rhizome from which new shoots emerge at short intervals, eventually creating a compact bush. The leaves grow to about 50 cm long and 15 cm wide and are finely ribbed, similar to, for example, \u003cem\u003eAnthurium veitchii\u003c\/em\u003e . The upper surface of the leaves in the form offered here is strikingly marked with two light-colored, longitudinal stripes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eS. wallichii\u003c\/em\u003e grows to a maximum height of about 50 to 60 cm, but usually remains somewhat smaller.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a strong plant with many offshoots in a 14cm round pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319114412409,"sku":"Sch001","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Schismatoglottis-wallichii-01.jpg?v=1764915005"},{"product_id":"schismatoglottis-pusilla","title":"Schismatoglottis pusilla","description":"\u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis pusilla\u003c\/em\u003e is a relatively unknown Araceae with beautifully patterned leaves and a compact growth habit. It originates from a very small area around the Bulusian volcano in southern Luzon, Philippines. There, it grows in shady, damp locations. It forms an underground rhizome from which new shoots emerge at short intervals, eventually creating a compact bush. The leaves grow to about 20 cm long and 5 to 7 cm wide, and are finely ribbed, similar to those of \u003cem\u003eAnthurium veitchii\u003c\/em\u003e , for example. The upper surface of the leaves in the form offered here is marked with light spots along the midrib.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eS. pusilla\u003c\/em\u003e grows to a maximum height of about 20 to 30 cm, but usually remains somewhat smaller.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a strong plant in a 10.5cm round pot. It is now producing its first offshoots!","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319382028665,"sku":"Sch002","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Schismatoglottis-pusilla-03.jpg?v=1764918792"},{"product_id":"schismatoglottis-hendrikii","title":"Schismatoglottis hendrikii","description":"\u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis hendrikii\u003c\/em\u003e is a relatively unknown Araceae with beautiful silvery-metallic leaves and a compact growth habit. It originates from Borneo and grows in shady, damp areas of the rainforest undergrowth. The leaf coloration is variable and depends on the age of the plant. Young plants show a green midrib, while larger specimens have completely silvery leaves. The leaves grow to about 20 cm long and 10 to 12 cm wide. Overall, the plant remains quite low-growing, about 30 cm tall. It has an underground rhizome from which new, upright shoots with leaves emerge at short intervals. Over time, it forms a dense carpet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It thrives best in a humid, warm terrarium and prefers high humidity of 70% or more. Unfortunately, we cannot (yet) say whether it is also suitable as a houseplant. The species is still too new to cultivation for that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a strong plant in a 10.5cm round pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319389565305,"sku":"Sch003","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Schismatoglottis-hendrikii-02-1.jpg?v=1764919675"},{"product_id":"schismatoglottis-sp-thailand","title":"Schismatoglottis sp. Thailand","description":"\u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis sp. Thailand\u003c\/em\u003e is an indeterminate (possibly undescribed) very small \u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis\u003c\/em\u003e species, probably from Borneo. Although it bears the trade name \"sp. Thailand,\" it likely does not originate from Thailand. It merely first appeared in cultivation there.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt is distinguished by its attractively patterned light and dark leaves and its low, compact growth habit. It rarely grows taller than 15 cm and grows via an underground rhizome that produces new leaf-bearing stems at short intervals. Over time, it forms a dense stand. It remains significantly smaller than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/produkt\/schismatoglottis-pusilla\/\"\u003eSchismatoglottis pusilla\u003c\/a\u003e , making it very well suited for small terrariums with a minimum edge length of 30 cm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It thrives best in a humid, warm terrarium and prefers high humidity of 70% or more. Unfortunately, we cannot (yet) say whether it is also suitable as a houseplant. The species is still too new to cultivation for that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a strong plant in a 10.5cm round pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319389663609,"sku":"Sch004","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Schismatoglottis-sp.-Thailand-02.jpg?v=1764919702"},{"product_id":"schismatoglottis-motleyana","title":"Schismatoglottis motleyana","description":"\u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis motleyana\u003c\/em\u003e is a \u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis\u003c\/em\u003e species quite widespread in northern Borneo. We are not entirely certain about the species name. Only \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicos.org\/image\/101191645\"\u003eherbarium specimens\u003c\/a\u003e exist for \u003cem\u003eS. motleyana\u003c\/em\u003e , which do not allow for a precise identification. The only \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/5cd5b1a69be474aed07e853caa689a3b.png\"\u003ecolor photograph\u003c\/a\u003e from a reliable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ir.unimas.my\/7265\/1\/The%20Aroids%20of%20the%20Sarawak%20Limestone%20-%20%5BThe%20IAS%20Newsletter%2031(2),%201-8%5D%20-%20Boyce%20\u0026amp;%20Wong%202009.pdf\"\u003esource\u003c\/a\u003e (International Aroid Society Newsletter, Vol. 28 No. 2, May 2006) that is supposed to show the species looks significantly different from our plants. However, this is not necessarily conclusive, as \u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis\u003c\/em\u003e are highly variable in their leaf coloration.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBased on the morphology of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.aroidpictures.fr\/GENERA\/SCHISMATOGLOTTIS\/schicalyptrata.html\"\u003einflorescence\u003c\/a\u003e of our plants (see image in the gallery), it could also be the even more common and highly variable \u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis calyptrata\u003c\/em\u003e . This species is widespread throughout Malesia and exhibits considerable variation in its markings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As its name suggests, this beautiful plant is distinguished by its attractive light\/dark patterned leaves. The majority of the leaf is silvery, with two dark green stripes running lengthwise from the base to the tip. The leaves grow to about 30 cm long and 12 to 14 cm wide. Like other closely related \u003cem\u003eSchismatoglottis\u003c\/em\u003e species, \u003cem\u003eS. motleyana\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eS. calayptrata\u003c\/em\u003e rarely produce seeds, instead spreading via numerous runners and thus forming vast, clonal populations over time.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt thrives best in a humid, warm terrarium and prefers a humidity level of 60% or higher. Those who can provide these conditions indoors can also care for it as a relatively easy-to-grow houseplant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a large, strong plant in a 15cm pot, approximately 40 to 50cm tall.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319401296249,"sku":"Sch005","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Schismatoglottis-motleyana-06.jpg?v=1764920789"},{"product_id":"homalomena-sp-riau-sumatra","title":"Homalomena sp. Riau (Sumatra)","description":"\u003cem\u003eHomalomena sp.\u003c\/em\u003e Riau (Sumatra) is an arum lily (Araceae) from the island of Sumatra (Indonesia). More precisely, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/145788382\"\u003eonly known observation\u003c\/a\u003e in the wild comes from the area around Rokan IV Koto District, Riau Province, Indonesia.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt remains quite small and compact, reaching a diameter of about 30 cm and a height of approximately 15 to 20 cm. The leaves are matte and velvety, which is why it is sometimes nicknamed 'Jungle Velvet'. A striking feature is the white marking along the sides of the leaves, while the center remains clear. Its flowers are greenish-white and rather inconspicuous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It grows relatively slowly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive an almost fully grown plant with several shoots in a 12cm pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319404769657,"sku":"Hom003","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Homalomena-sp.-Riau-Sumatra-01.jpg?v=1764921095"},{"product_id":"anchomanes-difformis","title":"Anchomanes difformis","description":"\u003cem\u003eAnchomanes difformis\u003c\/em\u003e is an arum lily from tropical West Africa. It belongs to the Nephthytideae, a group of aroids that are very rare in cultivation. They grow slowly and are characterized by an appearance similar to many \u003cem\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnchomanes difformis\u003c\/em\u003e has a tuber, which is underground in young plants but partially exposed in older ones. These tubers can become enormous, lying horizontally and measuring 50–80 cm in length and 10–20 cm in diameter. The \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.westafricanplants.senckenberg.de\/images\/pictures\/wamc1250182-anchomanes_difformis_111_b05716.jpg\"\u003eleaves\u003c\/a\u003e of mature plants grow on spiny petioles up to 2 meters tall and are umbrella-shaped, reaching a diameter of approximately 1 meter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Unlike \u003cem\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e , A. difformis can bear several leaves simultaneously, especially older plants. It does not exhibit a distinct division into dormancy and growth periods. However, in our climate, these plants tend to enter a dormant period during the winter, during which they should be kept dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inaturalist-open-data.s3.amazonaws.com\/photos\/77949309\/original.jpeg\"\u003einflorescence\u003c\/a\u003e also stands on a very prickly stem and is enclosed by a dark red bract.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a strong plant, approximately 20 to 40cm tall in a 9cm pot. These young plants are just getting their first leaves with the typical, spiky stems!","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319470502265,"sku":"Anch001","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Anchomanes-difformis.jpg?v=1764921946"},{"product_id":"bucephalandra-sp-kedagang","title":"Bucephalandra sp. 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Its growth habit remains unchanged whether grown emersed or submersed, but it grows significantly faster as an emersed plant than underwater.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNotes on in-vitro plants: These plants are supplied in germ-free cups with a sterile nutrient solution and are intended for immediate use. Plants in in-vitro cups cannot be stored for long. Therefore, please open and plant them immediately upon receipt. To do this, rinse the nutrient solution thoroughly under running water. Divide the plants from the cup into portions of any size and plant them. When used as a terrarium plant, keep them very moist initially and pay attention to hygiene (avoid mold, etc. in the terrarium). Opened in-vitro plants are excluded from exchange.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a vigorous, branched plant in a 6 cm aquatic plant pot. Grown emersed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319537185145,"sku":"Buce001","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Bucephalandra-sp.-Kedagang-in-Vitro-02.jpg?v=1764922784"},{"product_id":"adelonema-pallidinervium","title":"Adelonema pallidinervium","description":"\u003cem\u003eAdelonema pallidinervium\u003c\/em\u003e is a small arum lily (Araceae) from Ecuador. It was only described as a new species in 2016 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ingentaconnect.com\/content\/aspt\/sb\/2016\/00000041\/00000001\/art00006\"\u003eWong, Meerow, and Croat\u003c\/a\u003e . In the same paper, the genus \u003cem\u003eAdelonema\u003c\/em\u003e was (re)introduced. \u003cem\u003eAdelonema\u003c\/em\u003e are very similar to \u003cem\u003eHomalomena\u003c\/em\u003e , but they occur in South America instead of Southeast Asia. They are more closely related to \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e than to \u003cem\u003eHomalomena\u003c\/em\u003e , as demonstrated in this paper using molecular biological methods. All South American \u003cem\u003eHomalomena\u003c\/em\u003e have since been classified in the genus \u003cem\u003eAdelonema\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdelonema pallidinvervium\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the smallest \u003cem\u003eAdelonema species\u003c\/em\u003e . The leaves grow to about 15-20 cm long and 9-12 cm wide. The species name refers to the striking white midrib of the leaf. The rest of the leaf is velvety green. The petioles are finely hairy and fuzzy. It has an underground stem that grows about 10 cm deep into the soil and then produces lateral runners. These emerge from the ground relatively close to the parent plant and form new offshoots, creating small, dense stands of plants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eAdelonema\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in a humid, warm terrarium and prefers a humidity level of 60% or higher. Those who can provide these conditions indoors can also care for it as a relatively easy-to-grow houseplant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a large, strong plant in a 12cm pot, approximately 20cm tall.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319554093433,"sku":"Ade002","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Adelonema-pallidinervium-02.jpg?v=1764923130"},{"product_id":"burttianthus-caulescens","title":"Burttianthus caulescens","description":"This exceptionally pretty little plant is an Araceae (Aroid) from the Malaysian part of Borneo and Brunei. It has a creeping rhizome with leaves up to 8 cm long. The leaves have a very prominent midrib and thick, raised veins along the leaf margins. The leaf color varies greatly depending on the amount of light the plant receives. In bright light, they are a rich, light green; in low light, they become dark green to almost black. The flower spikes are upright, about 5 cm long, and white with a yellow spadix.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Its unwieldy name, \" \u003cem\u003eBurttianthus caulescens,\u003c\/em\u003e \" stems from a comprehensive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1080\/00837792.2017.1409940\"\u003e2018 revision\u003c\/a\u003e that genetically and morphologically classified a whole host of similar small aroids originating from Borneo. Previously, these had been so confusing that even the authors described the whole situation as \"chaos.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt is primarily known in the aquarium hobby, usually under the names \u003cem\u003eAridarum\u003c\/em\u003e sp. or \u003cem\u003eAridarum caulescens\u003c\/em\u003e , although \"known\" might be the wrong word here. \u003cem\u003eAridarum\u003c\/em\u003e are (still) absolute rarities and are very rarely offered for sale, mostly as aquatic plants for aquariums. They do not tolerate submerged cultivation (i.e., permanently underwater) for long, even with additional \u003cspan class=\"box\"\u003eCO₂\u003c\/span\u003e dosing. Although they grow directly on the banks of streams and rivers, they are \u003cstrong\u003eabove\u003c\/strong\u003e water for almost the entire year. They occur on bare rock, often in locations exposed to full sun for all or part of the day, and can survive extended periods without water. Only during the rainy season are they submerged for a few weeks. The thickened, leathery, or succulent, stiff leaves are adaptations to this lifestyle.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWe therefore explicitly recommend NOT placing these plants in an aquarium. They do not thrive there long-term. This misconception is probably the reason they have a reputation for being difficult to care for. In our experience, they are much better suited as plants for paludariums, drip walls, and humid terrariums, and grow very easily when completely emersed (i.e., above water). They look their best when they can grow as they would in nature, for example, attached to a rock or mounted on the back wall of a terrarium. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=gWyP1oPbJN8\"\u003eHere\u003c\/a\u003e is a short video from the natural habitat of this plant. Anyone interested in learning more about the lifestyle of these quirky little plants can find out more in this excellent \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nparks.gov.sg\/sbg\/research\/publications\/gardens-bulletin-singapore\/-\/media\/sbg\/gardens-bulletin\/gbs_71_s2_y2019\/71_s2_24_y2019_v71s2_gbs_pg497.pdf\"\u003eoverview\u003c\/a\u003e (in English).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a flowering plant in a 7cm pot. These plants are grown entirely emersed by us, but in very high humidity, and have strong root systems. They vary in leaf size, but the rhizomes are always approximately the same size. Please do not use them as aquarium plants.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319564120441,"sku":"Ari004","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Burttianthus-caulescens-01.jpg?v=1764923845"},{"product_id":"bucephalandra-akantha-pearl-grey","title":"Bucephalandra akantha 'Pearl Grey'","description":"This exceptionally pretty little plant is an Araceae (Aroid) from Boneo. Bucephalandra akantha grows in the Padawan and Siburan districts of Sarawak and in Entikong, West Kalimantan. It occurs on granite and sandstone along riverbanks in moist lowland forests at elevations of 100 to 200 meters above sea level. It is an obligate rheophyte, meaning it grows only in or just above fast-flowing water. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6lPL-d9L_94\"\u003eHere\u003c\/a\u003e is a video of the plant in its natural habitat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It has a creeping, upright rhizome with leaves up to 10 cm long. The leaves have a prominent midrib and, in the 'Pearl Grey' form, a greyish-green color with a slight metallic sheen. The flower spikes are upright, about 2.5 cm long on stalks about 5 cm long, and have a white spathe (involucre).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBucephalandra\u003c\/em\u003e are primarily known from aquariums, but they also thrive in humid paludariums. Large-leaved species, in particular, often grow better emersed (with their leaves above water) than submersed (under water). Bucephalandra akantha 'Pearl Grey' is suitable for both submersed and emersed cultivation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a flowering-ready plant in a 7cm pot. These plants are grown by us entirely emersed but in very high humidity and have strong root systems.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319564546425,"sku":"Buc001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Bucephalandra-akantha-Pearl-Grey-08.jpg?v=1764923868"},{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-striolata","title":"Cryptocoryne striolata","description":"\u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne striolata\u003c\/em\u003e is a highly variable water trumpet ( \u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne\u003c\/em\u003e ) from Borneo. The species is widespread and typically grows in small and large rainforest streams on sandbars over granite soils. These sandbars regularly dry out (during the dry season). The plants are adapted to this and flower at this time.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*C. striolata*\u003c\/em\u003e is highly variable and can look different depending on location, environmental conditions, and season. There are specimens with green, smooth leaves, those with bullate leaves (raised areas between the veins that make the leaf appear indented), and those with dark brown to almost black leaves. Even the same plant can produce green or dark leaves depending on environmental conditions. Species identification is only possible via the inflorescences. \u003cem\u003e*C. striolata*\u003c\/em\u003e has a very long, but only slightly twisted spathe with a striking red to pinkish, dark spot at the opening. An overview of the species' variability and further images of the inflorescences can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cryptocoryneworld.org\/c_striolata.php\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOur plants are initially green and develop dark leaves when \u003cstrong\u003egrown emersed\u003c\/strong\u003e in low light. Fresh leaves display a beautiful, metallic red sheen in the leaf axils. This species is considered very difficult to cultivate submerged. We therefore recommend this water trumpet only for emersed cultivation, where, in our experience, it is easy to care for and also flowers regularly.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis species exhibits a very interesting adaptation to a partially flooded environment. After some time, it develops numerous, very fine, negatively gravitropic (i.e., upward-growing) roots. These protrude approximately 1 to 2 cm from the substrate and have a similar effect to mangrove roots. Water flowing over the roots is swirled and slowed down, causing suspended particles to accumulate around the plant. The plant then feeds on this silt and detritus. This works best at low water levels, precisely when the water level of streams recedes during the dry season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a strong, well-rooted, emersed-grown plant in a 7cm pot (see picture 3 in the gallery). These plants mostly still have green leaves. The dark coloration develops later.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319564710265,"sku":"Buc001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Cryptocoryne-striolata-10.jpg?v=1764923896"},{"product_id":"lagenandra-meeboldii-red","title":"Lagenandra meeboldii 'Red'","description":"\u003cem\u003eLagenandra meeboldii\u003c\/em\u003e originates from the west coast of South India. There, it grows in the muddy floodplains of rivers, either directly on the banks or a few meters away, sheltered by trees. It reaches a diameter of approximately 20 to 30 cm and a height of about 10 to 15 cm. The variety offered here has attractive, metallic pink leaves. However, with insufficient light (especially when kept as an aquatic plant), it can lose this coloration and turn green. It grows both above and below water. In its natural habitat, it is only briefly submerged, if at all, and is otherwise terrestrial. While it can be kept in an aquarium, it thrives better and grows faster and stronger as a land plant, for example, in a terrarium. It is best kept in a humid, warm terrarium and prefers a humidity level of 60% or higher. Those who can provide these conditions indoors can also cultivate it as a relatively trouble-free houseplant.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a strong young plant in a 6cm pot, approximately 10 to 15cm tall.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319616745849,"sku":"Lag001","price":6.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Lagenandra-meeboldii-Red-01.jpg?v=1764927456"},{"product_id":"anubias-barteri-var-nana-round-leaf-coin","title":"Anubias barteri var. nana cv. 'Round Leaf' \/ 'Coin'","description":"\u003cem\u003eAnubias barteri\u003c\/em\u003e originates from tropical West Africa, where it typically grows on rocks along riverbanks. The rhizomes anchor themselves firmly to rocks, but also penetrate the soil and sometimes grow in the silt\/mud of the rivers themselves. Within its large distribution area, the species is highly variable, and six accepted varieties exist. The plant offered here is the variety 'nana' from Cameroon, distinguished by its particularly compact growth and small leaves. When fully grown, it is less than a third the size of the nominate form. Its leaves reach approximately 5 to 8 cm in length, and it grows to only about 10 cm tall. The cultivar (cv.) known as 'Round Leaf' or 'Coin' is further distinguished by its strikingly round, broad leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It grows absolutely without problems both in the aquarium as an epiphyte and in the tropical terrarium in a permanently moist location, as long as the rhizome is planted above ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a strong young plant in a 6cm pot, approximately 10 to 15cm tall.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319617237369,"sku":"Anu001","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Anubias-barteri-var.-nana-cv.-Round-Leaf-Coin-02.jpg?v=1764927478"},{"product_id":"anubias-barteri-var-nana-cv-bonsai-mini-mini","title":"Anubias barteri var. nana cv. 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One of the smallest Anubias species, it is therefore perfect for very small projects.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt grows absolutely without problems both in the aquarium as an epiphyte and in the tropical terrarium in a permanently moist location, as long as the rhizome is planted above ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a fully grown, multi-stemmed plant in a 6cm pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319617630585,"sku":"Anu002","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Anubias-barteri-var.-nana-cv.-Bonsai-Mini-01.jpg?v=1764927499"},{"product_id":"bucephalandra-sp-theia","title":"Bucephalandra sp. 'Theia'","description":"This extremely pretty little plant is an Araceae (Aroid). It originates from near Gunung Tajam, part of the Pegunungan Schwaner in Kalimantan West, Borneo, Indonesia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It belongs to the so-called \u003cem\u003eBucephalandra pygmaea\u003c\/em\u003e complex. These Bucephalandra are only a few centimeters tall, highly branched, and grow rather upright. Within \u003cem\u003ethe B. pygmaea\u003c\/em\u003e complex, there are numerous forms known commercially under various names, which may actually be distinct species. \u003cem\u003eBucephalandra sp.\u003c\/em\u003e 'Theia' from this complex is one of the smaller representatives with rounded leaves. The leaves are dark green, almost smooth at the edges, and exhibit a slight blue sheen, especially in low light.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn nature, members of the \u003cem\u003eB. pygmaea\u003c\/em\u003e complex are obligate rheophytic, growing as extensive, dense mats with roots that adhere strongly to the substrate. Over time, they form dense stands. \u003cem\u003eBucephalandra sp.\u003c\/em\u003e 'Theia' has been found in nature alongside the much larger \u003cem\u003eBucephalandra forcipula\u003c\/em\u003e , with which it apparently often forms mixed stands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eBucephalandra sp.\u003c\/em\u003e 'Theia' can thrive both as an aquarium plant and as a terrestrial plant. On land, it should always be kept very moist. Its growth form remains unchanged whether cultivated emersed or submersed, but it grows significantly faster as an emersed plant than underwater.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a strong, branched plant in a 6 cm aquatic plant pot. Grown emersed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319627788665,"sku":"Buce004","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Bucephalandra-sp.-Theia-02.jpg?v=1764927813"},{"product_id":"anubias-barteri-var-coffeifolia","title":"Anubias barteri var. coffeifolia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnubias barteri\u003c\/em\u003e originates from tropical West Africa, where it typically grows on rocks along riverbanks. The rhizomes anchor themselves firmly to rocks, but also penetrate the soil and sometimes grow in the silt\/mud of the rivers themselves. Within its large distribution area, the species is highly variable, and six accepted varieties exist. The plant offered here is the variety 'coffeifolia'. Its exact origin is unknown. It differs significantly from other forms of this species. It has a compact growth habit with dark green leaves reminiscent of those of the coffee plant, hence the name. The pigmentation is also striking. It has reddish petioles, and the new leaves appear orange, gradually turning dark green. It grows slowly and is one of the smaller varieties of \u003cem\u003eAnubias barteri\u003c\/em\u003e . The leaves reach approximately 10 cm in length, and the petioles remain short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIt grows absolutely without problems both in the aquarium as an epiphyte and in the tropical terrarium in a permanently moist location, as long as the rhizome is planted above ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e You will receive an almost fully grown plant in a 6cm pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56319635161465,"sku":"Anu003","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Anubias-barteri-var.-coffeifolia-02.jpg?v=1764928163"},{"product_id":"homalomena-sp-platinum-velvet","title":"Homalomena sp. 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