{"title":"All terrarium plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere you will find all terrarium plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"begonia-brevirimosa-ssp-exotica","title":"Begonia brevirimosa ssp. exotica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia brevirimosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is a large, stem-forming begonia with vibrant pink leaves. It is one of the few reed begonias that thrive in bright light and is therefore suitable for brighter locations with some direct sunlight. However, direct midday or afternoon sun is too intense for it. It has leaves up to 35 cm long and can reach a height of about 1.5 m (without support). In its natural habitat, it grows at altitudes of up to 1500 m on sun-exposed mountain slopes in northern New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago. There, it can reach a height of up to 2 m and loses most of its leaves in winter (i.e., during the dry season). The leaves are predominantly a very vibrant pink, with only the veins being green to black. It achieves its best coloration in very bright, warm conditions. It produces pink to rose-colored flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFrom\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia brevirimosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThere are two subspecies. The subspecies\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eexotica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt has continuous pink stripes and almost the entire leaf is pink; the nominate form ( \u003cem\u003eBegonia brevirimosa ssp. brevirimosa\u003c\/em\u003e ) has more elongated dots than stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e It belongs within the genus\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto the section\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePetermannia\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e You will receive a young plant in a 9 cm pot, approximately 15 to 20 cm tall (see 2nd and 3rd picture).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56167177027961,"sku":"Beg021","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/IMG07165-600x750.jpg?v=1762778364"},{"product_id":"begonia-amphioxus","title":"Begonia amphioxus","description":"\u003cem\u003eBegonia amphioxus\u003c\/em\u003e is an extremely rare species of begonia in nature, belonging to the section \u003cem\u003ePetermannia\u003c\/em\u003e , which was first scientifically described in 1990 by the English botanist Martin Sands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It is known only from two steep limestone cliffs, Batu Punggul and Batu Tinahas, near the Pensiangan River on the island of Borneo. There it grows at an altitude of 375m to 425m above sea level in moss cushions that cling to the steep rock face.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt branches very little, instead sending up new stems that can reach a length of up to 60 cm, but these droop sideways or downwards under their own weight from a height of about 20 cm. The very narrow leaves, pointed at both ends, sit pelted (shield-shaped) on the petiole. Hence the name \" \u003cem\u003eamphioxus\";\u003c\/em\u003e from the Greek \u003cem\u003eamphi -\u003c\/em\u003e \"on both sides\" \u003cem\u003e+ oxys\u003c\/em\u003e \"pointed\" \u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e The very striking red to pink spots on the leaves can vary in size depending on environmental factors. This highly unusual combination initially made it difficult to classify this begonia, as no other begonia species on the entire island of Borneo looked similar. Only a closer examination of the flowers and fruits clarified that it must be a member of the section \u003cem\u003ePetermannia\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a beautiful young plant with several shoots in a 6cm pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318914265465,"sku":"Beg005","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia-amphioxus-00-1.jpg?v=1764902960"},{"product_id":"begonia-bipinnatifida","title":"Begonia bipinnatifida","description":"\u003cem\u003eBegonia bipinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e is a stem begonia that grows to about 40 to 60 cm tall without support, but considerably taller with support, reaching over 1.2 m. It is native to Papua (Indonesia) and grows in rocky areas of the central highlands. It belongs to the section \u003cem\u003ePetermannia\u003c\/em\u003e and was discovered in 1903 and scientifically described by botanist J.J. Smith in 1906.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The unusual leaves are bipinnate (bi-pinna). At first glance, they might not be recognized as begonias, but upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that they are indeed typical begonia leaves, only lacking the lamina (the leaf tissue) between the veins for the most part! The leaves grow to about 12 cm long and 8 cm wide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eB. bipinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e blooms with surprisingly large, pink flowers once it reaches a height of approximately 20cm.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn low light, the normally green upper surfaces of the leaves become significantly darker, almost black, creating a fantastic contrast with the always red undersides and stems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It is one of the few begonias that has no problem being moistened several times a day in terrariums.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a plant approximately 10 to 15cm tall in a 7cm pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"7cm square pot","offer_id":56318914953593,"sku":"Beg006-7","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"9cm round pot","offer_id":56318914986361,"sku":"Beg006-9","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia-bipinnatifida-NEU-06.jpg?v=1764902991"},{"product_id":"amorphophallus-myosuroides","title":"Amorphophallus myosuroides","description":"\u003cem\u003eAmorphophallus myosuroides\u003c\/em\u003e is an easy-to-care-for dwarf species from Laos. The tubers are capable of flowering at about 2 cm and reach maturity at about 4 cm. The emerging leaves only grow to about 20 cm in height and width. They are highly glossy and have attractive, indented veins. It is best to plant several tubers together to create a striking display. Mature tubers bloom several times a year. As with all white-flowered species, there is NO unpleasant odor.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"5 tubers","offer_id":56318922129785,"sku":"Amo004-5","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 tubers","offer_id":56318922162553,"sku":"Amo004-10","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Amorphophallus-myosuroides.jpg?v=1764903437"},{"product_id":"amorphophallus-ongsakulii","title":"Amorphophallus ongsakulii","description":"\u003cem\u003eAmorphophallus ongsakulii\u003c\/em\u003e is a very rare dwarf species from Laos. The tubers are capable of flowering at approximately 1 cm and reach maturity at about 2 cm. It is the smallest species of the genus \u003cem\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e . Mature tubers can flower several times a year. As with all white-flowered species, it emits NO unpleasant odor.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"3 tubers","offer_id":56318923800953,"sku":"Amo005-T","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Amorphophallus-ongsakulii.jpg?v=1764903514"},{"product_id":"begonia-pavonina-dark-form","title":"Begonia pavonina 'Dark Form'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e is also known as the \"peacock Begonia\" due to its spectacularly blue, metallic iridescent leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt originates from the southern half of the Malay Peninsula (Malaysia), where it grows in higher altitudes above sea level on shady earth or rock slopes. Within the genus \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e, it is assigned to the section \u003cem\u003ePlatycentrum\u003c\/em\u003e, a highly probable polyphyletic (and thus unnatural) grouping of different species that are not actually closely related to each other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e has a creeping but above-ground rhizome, from which leaves grow at short intervals on long red stems. The leaves reach about 15 to 30 cm in size and are completely red on the underside as well. However, the top side of the leaves is the main attraction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e grows in shady conditions, the leaves begin to form so-called iridoplasts after some time. These are highly modified chloroplasts, which arrange themselves in a crystal-like lattice and can capture approximately 10% more light than conventional chloroplasts. A side effect of this arrangement is the strong, blue metallic shimmer of the leaves, which is best observed from only a specific angle and in the dark with a flashlight. Even without such \"tricks,\" the effect can be seen; especially in indirect daylight, the leaves shimmer beautifully greenish to blue. Iridoplasts are indeed only formed in low light. If \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e receives enough light, the leaves simply retain their normal, green to bronze coloration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur plants grow in relatively bright conditions, which is why the blue shimmer is not always particularly pronounced. However, the color change happens quite quickly, so you can observe this effect at home after just a few weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flowers of \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e are delicately pink and are (almost) always formed in pairs on long stems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 'Dark Form' of \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e shows a pronounced dark blue iridescence. According to some authors, the 'dark form' may be a hybrid of \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eB. grandis\u003c\/em\u003e, while the 'Cyan Form' is said to be the actual (and much more difficult to cultivate) true \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a strong young plant in a 9cm square pot.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318933205369,"sku":"Beg012","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia-pavonina-dark-form-00-1.jpg?v=1764903624"},{"product_id":"begonia-pavonina-cyan-form","title":"Begonia pavonina 'Cyan Form'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia pavonina \u003c\/em\u003eis also known as the \"peacock Begonia\" due to its spectacularly blue, metallic iridescent leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt originates from the southern half of the Malay Peninsula (Malaysia), where it grows at higher altitudes above sea level on shady earth or rock slopes. Within the genus \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e, it is assigned to the section \u003cem\u003ePlatycentrum\u003c\/em\u003e, a most likely polyphyletic (and thus unnatural) grouping of different species that are not actually closely related to each other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e has a creeping but above-ground rhizome, from which leaves grow upwards at short intervals on long red stems. The leaves of the 'Cyan Form' only grow to about 5 to 7 cm and are also completely red on the underside. The upper side of the leaves, however, is the main attraction here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e grows in shady conditions, the leaves eventually begin to form so-called iridoplasts. These are highly modified chloroplasts, which arrange themselves in a crystal-like lattice and can capture about 10% more light than conventional chloroplasts. A side effect of this arrangement is the strong, turquoise-metallic shimmer of the leaves, which is best observed from only a certain angle and in the dark with a flashlight. Even without such \"tricks,\" the effect can be seen; especially in indirect daylight, the leaves shimmer beautifully greenish to blue. Iridoplasts are actually only formed in low light. If \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e receives enough light, the leaves simply retain their normal green coloration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur plants grow in relatively bright conditions, which is why the blue shimmer is not always particularly pronounced. Fortunately, the color change happens quite quickly, so you can observe this effect at home after just a few weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flowers of \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e are delicately pink and are (almost) always formed in pairs on long stems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 'cyan form' of \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e shows a distinct light blue to green iridescence. According to some authors, the 'Dark Form' may be a hybrid of \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eB. grandis\u003c\/em\u003e, while the 'Cyan Form' is said to be the actual (and significantly more difficult to cultivate) true \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e. Our \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cyan Form' remains significantly smaller than the up to 30 cm stated in the literature, with a total height of just 15 cm and leaves of a maximum of 6 cm. The iridescence is significantly more pronounced than in the 'Dark Form'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a strong young plant in a 7cm square pot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318934319481,"sku":"Beg011","price":39.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia-pavonina-cyan-form-00.jpg?v=1764903653"},{"product_id":"begonia-prismatocarpa","title":"Begonia prismatocarpa subsp. prismatocarpa","description":"\u003cem\u003eBegonia prismatocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e is a very small, creeping and climbing species, which is ideally suited as a ground cover or epiphyte for rainforest terrariums.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It has a scattered distribution area, ranging from the Ivory Coast, through the rainforests of Cameroon, to the island of Bioko, located off the coast of Cameroon and belonging to Equatorial Guinea. There it grows along streams and rivers at altitudes of 400 to 1250 meters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e There are three subspecies of \u003cem\u003eB. prismatocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e , which are spatially isolated from each other and differ in habitat and appearance:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003ci\u003eBegonia prismatocarpa\u003c\/i\u003e subsp. \u003ci\u003epetraea\u003c\/i\u003e , from the Ivory Coast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cem\u003eBegonia prismatocarpa subsp. delobata\u003c\/em\u003e , with unlobed leaves, from western Cameroon\u003cem\u003e\n\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003ci\u003eBegonia prismatocarpa\u003c\/i\u003e subsp. \u003ci\u003eprismatocarpa\u003c\/i\u003e , the nominate form, which only occurs on the island of Bioko.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e The plants offered here belong to the nominate form. They have small, unevenly spaced, two- to three-lobed leaves that only grow to about 3 to 5 cm in length and grow as a creeping rhizome along the ground. \u003cem\u003e*B. prismatocarpa*\u003c\/em\u003e blooms with very pretty yellow flowers, which are produced in great numbers. Over time, it forms dense carpets that bloom profusely throughout the year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It belongs to the \u003ci\u003eLoasibegonia\u003c\/i\u003e section.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a young plant in a 6 cm pot. It is already capable of flowering at this size!","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318934745465,"sku":"Beg004","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia-prismatocarpa-00.jpg?v=1764903726"},{"product_id":"begonia-lyallii","title":"Begonia lyallii f. masoalensis","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Origin: \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascar\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eCare: \u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eEasy \/\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eMedium\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\/ Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Suitable as a houseplant?: \u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eYes \/ Limited \/\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNo\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Suitable locations: \u003cstrong\u003eterrarium, plant display case\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Special features: This species tends to lose leaves after shipping! However, it will sprout new growth within a few days and continue to grow without any problems. Leaf loss is therefore not a reason to complain about the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [porto_content_box border_top_color=\"#1e764d\" border_radius=\"2\" border_top_width=\"2\" align=\"left\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [expand Title=\" \u003cstrong\u003eDetails about the plant\u003c\/strong\u003e \"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIn northern Madagascar, \u003cem\u003eBegonia lyallii\u003c\/em\u003e can be found along streams and rivers at altitudes ranging from sea level to 1000 meters. It typically grows as a climbing plant on trees (epiphytic) or as a ground cover on damp rocks (lithophytic). Although its leaves are small and it grows slowly, it can eventually form remarkably large, dense carpets. When growing epiphytically, it does not climb trees to several meters in height, but remains close to the ground (where it is more humid) and forms a dense cushion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e The species is quite variable, and several differently appearing forms exist. The plants offered here belong to the form \u003cem\u003e*masoalensis*\u003c\/em\u003e , which is distinguished by its toothed leaves. This form is found only in a very limited area near the coast in Masoala National Park.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe national park protects the largest and one of the last remaining contiguous rainforests in Madagascar and is only accessible by a boat trip lasting several hours. There are no roads in or through the park. The park is also one of the wettest areas in Madagascar. During the rainy season, the park is therefore almost inaccessible. Even during the short dry season, it still receives a great deal of rain. These two factors certainly make \u003cem\u003eBegonia lyallii\u003c\/em\u003e f. \u003cem\u003emasoalensis\u003c\/em\u003e one of the rarest plants in our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e The delicate, light green leaves of \u003cem\u003eBegonia lyallii\u003c\/em\u003e f. \u003cem\u003emasoalensis\u003c\/em\u003e grow to about 6 cm in length and have a doubly toothed, red-edged margin. This is particularly beautiful on young leaves. This species also branches profusely and forms surprisingly hard, woody stems, which make older plants resemble bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe flowers are rather small, measuring 1.5 to 2 cm in diameter, and display a tasteful color gradient from pink inside to white outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e Within the genus \u003cem\u003eBegonia,\u003c\/em\u003e it belongs to the section \u003ci\u003eNerviplacentaria\u003c\/i\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/expand]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/porto_content_box]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"7cm square pot","offer_id":56318936318329,"sku":"Beg002-7","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"9cm round pot","offer_id":56318936351097,"sku":"Beg002-9","price":49.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia-lyallii-00.jpg?v=1764903760"},{"product_id":"begonia-bowerae-v-bowerae","title":"Begonia bowerae var. bowerae","description":"\u003cem\u003eBegonia bowerae\u003c\/em\u003e is also known as \"eyelash begonia\" because of the fine hairs on the leaf margin.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt originates from the Mexican state of Oaxaca, where it grows on the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountains at an altitude of 800 to 1300 meters above sea level. Within the genus \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e , it belongs to the section \u003ci\u003eGireoudia\u003c\/i\u003e . It grows with a creeping rhizome from which small leaves, up to about 8 cm long, emerge at short intervals. The rhizome of this species branches extensively, quickly forming a particularly dense carpet. It flowers with small, white blossoms that rise above the leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The \u003cem\u003eB. bowerae\u003c\/em\u003e offered here belong to the nominate form ( \u003cem\u003eB. bowerae var. bowerae\u003c\/em\u003e ), which has a particularly beautiful, light green leaf without spots, surrounded by a continuous dark margin. This distinguishes the nominate form from the more commonly offered \u003cem\u003evar. nigramarga\u003c\/em\u003e .","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"8.5cm round pot","offer_id":56318936580473,"sku":"Beg001-8","price":6.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia-bowerae-var.-bowerae-00.jpg?v=1764903781"},{"product_id":"conocarpus-erectus-var-sericeus-knopfmangrove","title":"Conocarpus erectus (button mangrove) ","description":"\u003cimg style=\"width: 650px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Mangroves.jpg?v=1764902895\" alt=\"mangrove illustration\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Fig.: \u003cem\u003eConocarpus\u003c\/em\u003e mangroves can be found behind the areas flooded by brackish water, which still sporadically come into contact with salt water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The button mangrove is one of the mangrove species that can be found somewhat further away from the coast and the flooded salt flats. Its branches lignify quickly, and its slow growth makes it easy to keep small. It is well-suited as a small mangrove for aquariums or as a bonsai.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"small","offer_id":56318937039225,"sku":"Con001-S","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"medium","offer_id":56318937071993,"sku":"Con001-M","price":22.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Conocarpus-erectus.jpg?v=1764903819"},{"product_id":"hydnophytum-formicarum","title":"Hydnophytum formicarum","description":"The nominate form of \u003cem\u003e*Hydnophytum formicarum*\u003c\/em\u003e , which is a highly variable species. A typical distinguishing feature from members of the \u003cem\u003e*moseleyanum\u003c\/em\u003e * group is the number of parallel leaf veins: in \u003cem\u003e*H. formicarum*\u003c\/em\u003e there are 6-12, while in \u003cem\u003e*H. moseleyanum*\u003c\/em\u003e there are only about 3-4. Typically, the caudex of \u003cem\u003e*H. formicarum*\u003c\/em\u003e remains less than 10 cm tall, but can grow to over 30 cm wide. The surface is rather smooth with some ridges running down the caudex. The plant usually branches profusely but only reaches a total height of about 50 cm. Aerial roots are few and far between. The leaves are very thick and leathery to the touch.\u003cbr\u003e The small, white flowers have four petals, remain open for several days, and can be seen practically year-round. After a short time, the flowers develop into red fruits containing fertile seeds, which remain on the plant for some time. It has a wide distribution area from Myanmar through Borneo and the Philippines to the Moluccas.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA very rewarding vivarium plant. One of the few ant plants that, after acclimatization, are also suitable as a houseplant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [porto_content_box border_top_color=\"#1e764d\" border_radius=\"2\" border_top_width=\"2\" align=\"left\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [expand Title=\" \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Ant Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e \"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eHydnophytum\u003c\/em\u003e are so-called \"ant plants\" from the Rubiaceae family. They are widespread from Southeast Asia to Australia and from Papua to the Solomon Islands, and usually grow epiphytically on trees. They belong to the myrmecodomen ant plants, meaning they provide nesting sites for ants. Their thickened stem, also called a \"caudex,\" is riddled with numerous tunnels and chambers inhabited by specialized ants, mostly from the genus \u003cem\u003ePhilidris\u003c\/em\u003e . The ants do not create the chambers or the entrances themselves; these are formed solely by the plant, regardless of whether ants are present or not.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe plant has a mutually beneficial relationship with the ants that live in it. The ants protect the plant and their nest, and fertilize it with leftover food, droppings, and other waste. The plant contains several different types of chambers: some with smooth walls and others with warty walls. The warty chambers, in particular, are specially adapted for absorbing nutrients. The ants use the smooth chambers for nesting and the warty chambers as a waste disposal site, thus supplying the plant with nutrients. In some highly specialized ant-inhabiting plants, the ants even pollinate the flowers and plant the seedlings!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOver many years, the colonies of ants and ant-attracting plants spread across a tree, and other epiphytes associated with ants, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/?s=hoya\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;product_cat=0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e , \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/?s=dischidia\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;product_cat=0\"\u003eDischidia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e , \u003cem\u003eLecanopteris\u003c\/em\u003e , and orchids, also join them. A so-called \" \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ant_garden\"\u003eant garden\u003c\/a\u003e \" is created.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Not every ant-friendly plant is actually inhabited by ants in nature. In fact, there are numerous species where ants have never been detected! This also means that no ant-friendly plant necessarily needs an ant colony to survive or thrive. All of our cultivated ant-friendly plants are, of course, ant-free! The caudex forms exactly the same way as it does in nature, even without ants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/expand]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/porto_content_box]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a young plant in a 5.5 cm pot. See the third image in the gallery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a young plant in a 5.5cm pot (see picture 3 in the gallery).","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"small","offer_id":56318938317177,"sku":"Hydno001a","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"large","offer_id":56318938349945,"sku":"Hydno001b","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Hydnophytum-formicarum-04.jpg?v=1764903888"},{"product_id":"hydnophytum-moseleyanum","title":"Hydnophytum moseleyanum","description":"A large species with a pear-shaped caudex. \u003cem\u003eHydnophytum moseleyanum\u003c\/em\u003e is a highly variable species, which now also includes \u003cem\u003eH. papuanum\u003c\/em\u003e . A typical distinguishing feature from representatives of the Formicaum group is the number of parallel leaf veins: \u003cem\u003eH. formicarum\u003c\/em\u003e has 6-12, while \u003cem\u003eH. moseleyanum\u003c\/em\u003e has only about 3-4. \u003cbr\u003eTypically, the caudex is taller than it is wide, reaching a substantial size of up to approximately 30 x 45 cm. It has a very smooth, regular surface without any significant bumps or holes. The plant branches out at the top of the caudex, reaching a total height of over 70 cm. Aerial roots are few and far between. The leaves are thick, yellowish-green, and leathery to the touch.\u003cbr\u003e The small white flowers have four petals, remain open for several days, and can be seen practically all year round. After a short time, the flowers develop into orange-red fruits containing fertile seeds, which remain on the plant for some time.\u003cbr\u003e Wide distribution area from the Philippines to the Solomon Islands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e General: Ant plants from the Rubiaceae family (subfamily Hydnophytinae) have undergone fascinating adaptations to their habitat. \u003cbr\u003eThey live epiphytically on trees in Southeast Asia and, like orchids and other epiphytic plants, depend on regular rain and the supply of nutrients.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e These plants have overcome nutrient scarcity through a mutualistic relationship with ants. The greatly thickened stem (here the hypocotyl) is riddled with numerous chambers that serve as a safe haven for the ants. Some of these chambers are capable of absorbing nutrients, which the ants continuously replenish. The caudex also serves as a water reservoir for dry days. In older specimens, the thickened stem can measure up to 50 cm or more. However, the plants are not dependent on the presence of ants, as they can easily be cultivated and brought to flower without them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The flowers can self-pollinate, so there are always small red berries hanging on the branches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A very rewarding vivarium plant. After acclimatization, it is also suitable as a houseplant.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":56318938415481,"sku":"Hydno002-S","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":56318938448249,"sku":"Hydno002-M","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":56318938481017,"sku":"Hydno002-L","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/20210408_132448.jpg?v=1764903910"},{"product_id":"dischidiopsis-lanceolata","title":"Dischidia lanceolata","description":"The pointed-leaved urn plant is rare, but very attractive due to its slender appearance.\u003cbr\u003e Slightly slower in growth than other \u003cem\u003eDischidia\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e Suitable as a hanging or climbing plant.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318938644857,"sku":"Disch002","price":12.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Dischidia-lanceolata-00-1.jpg?v=1764903933"},{"product_id":"vanilla-planifolia-gewuerzvanille","title":"Vanilla planifolia (spiced vanilla \/ real vanilla)","description":"\u003cem\u003eVanilla planifolia\u003c\/em\u003e , the spice vanilla or true vanilla, is a climbing orchid from Central America. It has fleshy, thick leaves that grow to about 10 to 20 cm long and are arranged alternately on its equally thick stems. As a vine, it climbs trees, and individual shoots can reach up to 20 meters in length.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt blooms with large, greenish-white flowers, reaching a total length of about 4 to 5 meters. To flower, it must be kept very warm and humid. The pollinated flowers develop into seed capsules, which, when dried, are known as vanilla \"pods\" (botanically speaking, they are not pods). From these capsules, the tiny seeds are extracted, which are the familiar vanilla spice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It is easy to care for on a windowsill or in a terrarium and grows particularly quickly during the hot summer months.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"6cm round pot","offer_id":56318938841465,"sku":"Van001-S","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Vanilla-planifolia-02.jpg?v=1764903955"},{"product_id":"biophytum-sensitivum-suedseepalme","title":"Biophytum sensitivum (South Sea palm)","description":"\u003cem\u003eBiophytum\u003c\/em\u003e belong to the wood sorrel family (Oxalidaceae). Although they resemble mimosas and their leaflets can fold together, they are not closely related. With their mostly unbranched, upright stems and pinnate, circularly arranged leaves, they are reminiscent of small palms. \u003cem\u003eBiophytum\u003c\/em\u003e are usually self-fertile and even self-seed through bursting seed capsules once they reach flowering maturity after only a few months. This makes them interesting plants for cultivation in terrariums or (with limitations) as houseplants. With proper care, a small, self-sustaining population can soon be established.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBiophytum sensitivum\u003c\/em\u003e reaches a \"crown\" diameter of about 10 to 15 cm and a height of up to 40 cm, but usually remains smaller and only grows to about 15 to 20 cm tall.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe plants offered commercially, and also here, as \u003cem\u003e*B. sensitivum*\u003c\/em\u003e , are perhaps actually \u003cem\u003e*B. dendroides*\u003c\/em\u003e from South America. They are almost identical in appearance, except for the flower color. In nature \u003cem\u003e, *B. sensitivum*\u003c\/em\u003e usually has yellow flowers, although white to pink flowers are occasionally found, while \u003cem\u003e*B. dendroides*\u003c\/em\u003e has pink flowers. Our plants have pink flowers, which would suggest \u003cem\u003e*B. dendroides\u003c\/em\u003e *. However, \u003cem\u003e*B. dendroides*\u003c\/em\u003e should have flower stalks with only one flower, \u003cem\u003ewhile *B. sensitivum*\u003c\/em\u003e should have several. Our plants usually have several flowers per flower stalk, which again points more towards \u003cem\u003e*B. sensitivum*\u003c\/em\u003e . In short: We don't know for sure whether these are \u003cem\u003e*B. sensitivum*\u003c\/em\u003e or * \u003cem\u003eB. dendroides*\u003c\/em\u003e , because the plants exhibit characteristics of both species.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a young plant approximately 5 to 10 cm tall in a 7 cm square pot.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318940774777,"sku":"Bio001","price":7.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Biophytum-sensitivum-00.jpg?v=1764904100"},{"product_id":"alocasia-cuprea-red-secret","title":"Alocasia cuprea 'Red Secret'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia cuprea\u003c\/em\u003e originates from Borneo, more precisely from the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak. It is relatively widespread and usually grows on slopes or near rivers and streams in the rainforest, on sandstone, limestone, and in ultramafic areas at an altitude of approximately 1000–1500 m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts striking, metallic leaves make it one of the most spectacular Alocasias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves of young plants are peltate, with partially to completely fused basal lobes, and both the underside and upper side have a reddish coloration. The upper side is metallic glossy pink with black veins, while the underside is uniformly red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves of mature plants grow up to 40x20 cm, are strongly ribbed and glossy, resembling coppery-grey breastplates. The reddish coloration is retained only on the underside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Red Secret' is merely an epithet for the species, not a specific cultivar that differs from the wild form. Differences in coloration in this species are more likely due to varying conditions and sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"9cm square pot","offer_id":56318941561209,"sku":"Alo001-9","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"17cm round pot","offer_id":56318941593977,"sku":"Alo001-17","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Alocasia-cuprea-01.jpg?v=1764904166"},{"product_id":"begonia-u639","title":"Begonia U639","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Origin: \u003cstrong\u003eIndia\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Care: Easy \/ \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eMedium\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Suitable as a houseplant?: Yes \/ \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLimited\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eSuitable locations: \u003cstrong\u003eTerrarium, plant display case, west-facing window, east-facing window\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Special features: This undescribed species may be a dark form of \u003cem\u003eBegonia hatacoa.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [porto_content_box border_top_color=\"#1e764d\" border_radius=\"2\" border_top_width=\"2\" align=\"left\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [expand Title=\" \u003cstrong\u003eDetails about the plant\u003c\/strong\u003e \"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e U639 is a species that has not yet been scientifically described, which Darrin Norton of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainorchids.com\"\u003eMountain Orchids\u003c\/a\u003e in the USA received as a \"weed\" in a shipment of seeds of another begonia from Vietnam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt has been suggested that \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e U639 is a dark-leaved variety of \u003cem\u003eBegonia hatacoa\u003c\/em\u003e (pers. comm., 2015 Dr. Ching-I Peng), specifically \u003cem\u003eBegonia hatacoa\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003erubrifolia\u003c\/em\u003e . The problem is that \u003cem\u003eBegonia hatacoa\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003erubrifolia\u003c\/em\u003e does not exist. The name has only been mentioned once, in 2006 in issue 73 of the American Begonia Society's magazine \"Begonian.\" No type specimen for this variety has been deposited anywhere; therefore, this is an invalid name ( \u003cspan class=\"aCOpRe\"\u003enomen nudum\u003c\/span\u003e ).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe differences between \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e U639 and \u003cem\u003e*B. hatacoa*\u003c\/em\u003e extend beyond mere leaf color. The growth habit also differs markedly. The nominate form, as well as the accepted variant *var. \u003cem\u003emeisneri*,\u003c\/em\u003e tend to grow with drooping leaves instead of the striking, upright leaves of U639. These differences alone are certainly not sufficient to disqualify this plant from being classified as \u003cem\u003e*B. hatacoa*\u003c\/em\u003e . The flowers, which are very similar to those of *B. \u003cem\u003ehatacoa* in shape and color, further support the conclusion that this is indeed an unusual form of *B.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ehatacoa\u003c\/em\u003e *.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn nature, there is indeed at least one population of \u003cem\u003e*B. hatacoa\u003c\/em\u003e * that closely resembles the appearance of *B. U639*. In February 2021, Shankar Raman discovered a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/70561981\"\u003epopulation of plants\u003c\/a\u003e identified as \u003cem\u003e*B. hatacoa*\u003c\/em\u003e in northern India (Meghalaya), near the border with Bangladesh, which look like *B. hatacoa*. These plants grow at altitudes of 400 to 600 meters as lithophytes directly on limestone rocks or in crevices and fissures within these rocks, which are filled with a small amount of soil and moss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe climate there is warm and, due to the annual monsoon, very, very wet. From June to September, daytime temperatures are almost always above 30°C and nighttime temperatures rarely drop below 23°C, accompanied by exceptionally heavy rainfall. The dry season, from November to February, is characterized by strong, cool, and dry northeasterly winds from the Siberian highlands. During this time, daytime temperatures are only around 24°C, and nighttime temperatures cool down to around 12°C. This begonia usually sheds all its leaves during this period and survives as a rhizome.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBegonia U639 grows with almost vertical, pointed leaves that are glossy dark green to bluish on the upper surface. The undersides of the leaves are deep red with yellowish veins. Their almost vertical growth habit makes them particularly striking. The leaves are borne on short, very finely but densely hairy, sturdy stems that grow from a creeping rhizome. The overall growth habit remains very compact. The leaves reach a length of approximately 12 cm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e U639 blooms with pretty, pink\/white striped flowers on stems about 20 cm high.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Within the begonias, it belongs to the section \u003cem\u003ePlatycentrum\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/expand]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/porto_content_box]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a young plant in a 7cm square pot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"7cm square pot","offer_id":57350558876025,"sku":"Beg010-7","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"12cm round pot","offer_id":57350558908793,"sku":"Beg011-12","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/IMG09425.jpg?v=1764904194"},{"product_id":"begonia-negrosensis","title":"Begonia cf. negrosensis","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Origin: \u003cstrong\u003eNegros (Philippines)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eCare: \u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eEasy \/\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eMedium\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\/ Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Suitable as a houseplant?: \u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eYes \/ Limited \/\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNo\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Suitable locations: \u003cstrong\u003eterrarium, plant display case\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [porto_content_box border_top_color=\"#1e764d\" border_radius=\"2\" border_top_width=\"2\" align=\"left\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [expand Title=\" \u003cstrong\u003eDetails about the plant\u003c\/strong\u003e \"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e cf. \u003cem\u003enegrosensis\u003c\/em\u003e is a small stem-forming (\"cane type\") begonia from the Philippine island of Negros.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It is endemic to this island and is named after it. There, it grows in the shady undergrowth of premontane rainforests at altitudes of 600 to 1600m.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe \"cf.\" in the name stands for the Latin \" \u003cem\u003econfer\"\u003c\/em\u003e (meaning: compare!) and is used when there is uncertainty in the identification of a species. This is the case here, because although this species is traded as \u003cem\u003e*B. negrosensis*\u003c\/em\u003e and we also sell it under this name, some of its characteristics do not match the \"true\" \u003cem\u003e*B. negrosensis*\u003c\/em\u003e . In herbarium specimens, this species is described as a bush up to 3 m tall with 2.5 cm thick stems and uniformly green leaves! This is obviously quite different from the plants we offer here as \u003cem\u003e*B.\u003c\/em\u003e cf. \u003cem\u003enegrosensis*\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eNevertheless, the identification isn't entirely unfounded, as young \u003cem\u003e*B. negrosensis*\u003c\/em\u003e do indeed look similar to our plants here. They likely lose these spots once they reach a certain size. However, the plants sold commercially as \u003cem\u003e*B. negrosensis\u003c\/em\u003e * never reach this size and (usually) retain their spots. Whether this is a new species or perhaps a dwarf form of the true * \u003cem\u003eB. negrosensis*\u003c\/em\u003e is not definitively established. For this reason, we sell these plants as \u003cem\u003e*Begonia\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecf.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003enegrosensis\u003c\/em\u003e *.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The thin stems of these plants only grow to about 30 cm tall without support. If they grow longer, they bend sideways under their own weight and eventually either touch the ground or break off. We recommend pruning the stems back before this happens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe olive to dark green leaves are velvety, matte, and strikingly wavy, giving them a very three-dimensional appearance. Their most noticeable feature is, of course, the bright pink spots, which seem to glow. On closer inspection, the spots even glitter in the light, as if made of metallic paint. The leaves usually only grow to about 6 to 8 cm long and 4 cm wide. Young leaves are olive green and darken over time. \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e cf. \u003cem\u003enegrosensis\u003c\/em\u003e looks a bit like a pink miniature version of the popular trout begonia ( \u003cem\u003eBegonia maculata\u003c\/em\u003e ). Older \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e cf. \u003cem\u003enegrosensis\u003c\/em\u003e plants tend to have slightly fewer spots. However, these can simply be cut back and allowed to sprout new growth. The new growth will then again be brightly patterned in pink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e cf. \u003cem\u003enegrosensis\u003c\/em\u003e blooms with salmon-colored to pink flowers from a height of about 30 cm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e cf. \u003cem\u003enegrosensis\u003c\/em\u003e belongs to the section \u003cem\u003ePetermannia\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/expand]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/porto_content_box]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive a young plant in a 7cm square pot, approximately 8-15cm tall.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318942380409,"sku":"Beg013","price":49.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Begonia_negrosensis05.jpg?v=1764904221"},{"product_id":"cissus-discolor","title":"Cissus discolor (begonia clime)","description":"Also known as \" \u003cspan class=\"vernacular ng-binding\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eBegonia vine\u003c\/span\u003e \", this is not a begonia but a member of the grape family (Vitaceae), with beautiful contrasting leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Originally from Southeast Asia, this species is also known by the synonym \u003cem\u003eCissus javana.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fast-growing vine likes it warm and bright and is also suitable as a houseplant for a bright south or west-facing window.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn nature, it lives in symbiosis with ants, for which it produces numerous so-called protein bodies on the undersides of its leaves and on its stems. These protein bodies appear as small, translucent spheres. The ants collect these protein bodies and feed on them, and in return, they protect the plant. So, if you discover these little spheres on your plants, there's no need to worry; they are not pests, and the bodies are only formed when the plant is healthy, which is a good sign.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAttention:\u003c\/strong\u003e This plant tends to shed leaves after shipping. This is nothing to worry about and it will recover quickly. Even a completely leafless \u003cem\u003eC. discolor\u003c\/em\u003e can grow back into a large vine in a very short time!","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318943068537,"sku":"Cis001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Cissus-discolor-00.jpg?v=1764904271"},{"product_id":"anthurium-gracile","title":"Anthurium gracile","description":"This small \u003cem\u003eanthurium\u003c\/em\u003e is widespread in Central America and northern South America. It grows epiphytically in shady spots in the rainforest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The leaves only grow to about 20 cm long and are delicate and light green. On larger plants, they may droop. This species is self-fertile and thus automatically produces fruit clusters with bright red berries. A real eye-catcher in a tropical terrarium.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will receive one plant in a 7cm square pot. Approximately half-grown plants. Ready to flower this year.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318944051577,"sku":"Anth003","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Anthurium-gracile-02.jpg?v=1764904327"},{"product_id":"alocasia-lauterbachiana","title":"Alocasia lauterbachiana","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia lauterbachiana\u003c\/em\u003e originates from eastern Papua New Guinea, where it prefers to grow along riverbanks in the shady undergrowth of rainforests. It also partly grows as a rheophyte, i.e., in the banks of rivers in flowing water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe leaves, which are wavy at the edges, grow up to 50 cm long and are borne upright, typical of \u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e. It grows very compactly and eventually forms a stem up to 1 m high.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the underside, the leaves, similar to \u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Yucatan Princess', are metallic grey with reddish veins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"7cm square pot","offer_id":56318945493369,"sku":"Alo004-7","price":7.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"14cm round pot","offer_id":56318945526137,"sku":"Alo004-14","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"17cm round pot","offer_id":56318945558905,"sku":"Alo004-17","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Alocasia-lauterbachiana-00.jpg?v=1764904428"},{"product_id":"myrmecodia-tuberosa","title":"Myrmecodia tuberosa","description":"\u003cem\u003eMyrmecodia tuberosa\u003c\/em\u003e is an ant plant with a very large distribution area. It occurs from Southeast Asia to Australia and from Papua to the Solomon Islands. The different populations within its range vary considerably. There are forms with a smooth caudex, those with warts and spines, those with bizarre arrangements of holes, and even forms that have no visible entrances for ants at all. Because of this great diversity, it is difficult to classify taxonomically. Some authors consider the different forms to be separate species or subspecies.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe form offered here (as seen in the pictures of the mature plant) develops a spiny caudex with simple spines arranged in loose rows. Mature plants also feature regular bumps on the caudex, along the edges of which are entrances for ants. \u003cem\u003eMyrmecodia tuberosa\u003c\/em\u003e is an epiphyte and only grows upright as a young plant. In nature, the elongated caudex is horizontal or hanging, and the plant should be supported in this position to ensure good growth.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAs is typical for \u003cem\u003eMyrmecodia,\u003c\/em\u003e the plant usually has only one main stem, which grows longer and thicker but branches little or not at all. The shield-shaped structures on the stem are striking. These are called clypeoli. They often have spines or hairs along their edges. The leaves, up to 40 cm long and about 15 cm wide, grow from the front end of the clypeoli. The flowers emerge from the alveoli between the clypeoli. These depressions in the stem protect the developing, delicate flowers until they are ready to open. The flowers are white, about 5 to 8 mm in size, and only open for a few days. After a short time, elongated, orange fruits develop from the flowers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMyrmecodia tuberosa\u003c\/em\u003e can grow impressively large. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.northqueenslandplants.com\/images\/Tozer's%20Gap,%20Iron%20Range%20GPS%201453%20RF%20-%20%20Myrmecodia%20tuberosa%20%20FN%202092%20(3).JPG\"\u003eVery old specimens\u003c\/a\u003e have a caudex up to 75 cm long and 30 cm thick and weigh over 10 kg, although they naturally have many air-filled chambers inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eMyrmecodia tuberosa\u003c\/em\u003e grows quickly with proper care and is a good ant plant for beginners. It is best kept in a terrarium or plant display case, but can also be kept as a houseplant after acclimatization.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [porto_content_box border_top_color=\"#1e764d\" border_radius=\"2\" border_top_width=\"2\" align=\"left\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [expand Title=\" \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Ant Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e \"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMyrmecodia\u003c\/em\u003e are so-called \"ant plants\" from the Rubiaceae family. They are widespread from Southeast Asia to Australia and from Papua to the Solomon Islands, and mostly grow epiphytically on trees. They belong to the myrmecodomen ant plants, meaning they provide nesting sites for ants. Their thickened stem, also called a \"caudex,\" is riddled with numerous tunnels and chambers inhabited by specialized ants, mostly from the genus \u003cem\u003ePhilidris\u003c\/em\u003e . The ants do not create the chambers or the entrances themselves; these are formed solely by the plant, regardless of whether ants are present or not.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe plant has a mutually beneficial relationship with the ants that live in it. The ants protect the plant and their nest, and fertilize it with leftover food, droppings, and other waste. The plant contains several different types of chambers: some with smooth walls and others with warty walls. The warty chambers, in particular, are specially adapted for absorbing nutrients. The ants use the smooth chambers for nesting and the warty chambers as a waste disposal site, thus supplying the plant with nutrients. In some highly specialized ant-inhabiting plants, the ants even pollinate the flowers and plant the seedlings!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOver many years, the colonies of ants and ant-attracting plants spread across a tree, and other epiphytes associated with ants, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/?s=hoya\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;product_cat=0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e , \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/?s=dischidia\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;product_cat=0\"\u003eDischidia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e , \u003cem\u003eLecanopteris\u003c\/em\u003e , and orchids, also join them. A so-called \" \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ant_garden\"\u003eant garden\u003c\/a\u003e \" is created.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Not every ant-friendly plant is actually inhabited by ants in nature. In fact, there are numerous species where ants have never been detected! This also means that no ant-friendly plant necessarily needs an ant colony to survive or thrive. All of our cultivated ant-friendly plants are, of course, ant-free! The caudex forms exactly the same way as it does in nature, even without ants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/expand]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/porto_content_box]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a young plant in a 5.5cm pot (see picture 3 in the gallery). \u003cem\u003eMyrmecodia\u003c\/em\u003e plants develop corky growths on their leaves. These are not pests!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318968234361,"sku":"Myr001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Myrmecodia-tuberosa-Standard-03.jpg?v=1764905098"},{"product_id":"hydnophytum-puffii-perangustum","title":"Hydnophytum puffii (= sp. 'Needle leaf')","description":"This small ant plant originates from Sarawak and Sabah (Borneo, Malaysia). It is a very small \u003cem\u003eHydnophytum\u003c\/em\u003e species, perhaps the smallest described ant plant species! The caudex is rounded and smooth, only exceptionally reaching a diameter of approximately 10 cm, but usually remaining at 5–7 cm. It typically has no visible entrances, as these face the substrate and are thus hidden from view. The narrow, almost needle-like leaves are particularly striking. Before its description as a new species in 2016 by Low, Sugau \u0026amp; Wong, it was therefore known in the hobby as \"sp. Needle Leaf\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The branches grow to about 20 to 30 cm long, but can be kept smaller through regular pruning. The species branches profusely and can therefore be pruned without any problems.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe flowers are tiny, about 3 to 5 mm in size and white. They are only open for one day, and small berries, about 5 mm in size, develop from them, which are red when ripe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Due to its small size and compact growth, it is an ideal terrarium plant for anyone looking to acquire a truly unusual rarity. Its narrow leaves are unique among lowland ant plants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [porto_content_box border_top_color=\"#1e764d\" border_radius=\"2\" border_top_width=\"2\" align=\"left\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [expand Title=\" \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Ant Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e \"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHydnophytum\u003c\/em\u003e are so-called \"ant plants\" from the Rubiaceae family. They are widespread from Southeast Asia to Australia and from Papua to the Solomon Islands, and usually grow epiphytically on trees. They belong to the myrmecodomen ant plants, meaning they provide nesting sites for ants. Their thickened stem, also called a \"caudex,\" is riddled with numerous tunnels and chambers inhabited by specialized ants, mostly from the genus \u003cem\u003ePhilidris\u003c\/em\u003e . The ants do not create the chambers or the entrances themselves; these are formed solely by the plant, regardless of whether ants are present or not.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe plant has a mutually beneficial relationship with the ants that live in it. The ants protect the plant and their nest, and fertilize it with leftover food, droppings, and other waste. The plant contains several different types of chambers: some with smooth walls and others with warty walls. The warty chambers, in particular, are specially adapted for absorbing nutrients. The ants use the smooth chambers for nesting and the warty chambers as a waste disposal site, thus supplying the plant with nutrients. In some highly specialized ant-inhabiting plants, the ants even pollinate the flowers and plant the seedlings!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOver many years, the colonies of ants and ant-attracting plants spread across a tree, and other epiphytes associated with ants, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/?s=hoya\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;product_cat=0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e , \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jungle-leaves.de\/?s=dischidia\u0026amp;post_type=product\u0026amp;product_cat=0\"\u003eDischidia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e , \u003cem\u003eLecanopteris\u003c\/em\u003e , and orchids, also join them. A so-called \" \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ant_garden\"\u003eant garden\u003c\/a\u003e \" is created.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Not every ant-friendly plant is actually inhabited by ants in nature. In fact, there are numerous species where ants have never been detected! This also means that no ant-friendly plant necessarily needs an ant colony to survive or thrive. All of our cultivated ant-friendly plants are, of course, ant-free! The caudex forms exactly the same way as it does in nature, even without ants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/expand]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [\/porto_content_box]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a young plant in a 5.5cm pot (see picture 3 in the gallery).","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318968267129,"sku":"Hydno003","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Hydnophytum-puffii-09.jpg?v=1764905124"},{"product_id":"philodendron-squamiferum","title":"Philodendron squamiferum","description":"\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron squamiferum\u003c\/em\u003e is a climbing \u003cem\u003ephilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e species native to French Guiana, Suriname, and northern Brazil. It produces deeply lobed leaves up to about 40 cm long, borne on very striking, red, and hairy or bristly-looking petioles, hence its name. \"Squamiferum\" means \"scale-bearing.\" This \u003cem\u003ephilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e develops a tendril over time and climbs trees in its natural habitat.","brand":"Jungle Leaves","offers":[{"title":"9cm square pot","offer_id":56318968955257,"sku":"Phi002a","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"12cm round pot","offer_id":56318968988025,"sku":"Phi002b","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/8389\/6953\/files\/Philodendron-squamiferum-02.jpg?v=1764905147"},{"product_id":"philodendron-micans","title":"Philodendron hederaceum var. hederaceum (Micans)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron hederaceum\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ehederaceum\u003c\/em\u003e, better known as \"\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron micans\" \u003c\/em\u003e(which is not actually a valid name, but purely a trade name), is a small, climbing \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e with beautiful, velvety leaves. It makes a great impression with its numerous colors both in terrariums and on windowsills. The leaves display many different shades as they grow. They start out very light yellow to orange, then darken and can also take on a reddish color before finally turning a light, then a dark velvety green. A \u003cem\u003eP. micans\u003c\/em\u003e with leaves in all stages of development is a true riot of color!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis species originally comes from South America, where it is widespread in tropical regions. \u003cem\u003eP. micans\u003c\/em\u003e grows as a vine up trees, and this should also be imitated at home, e.g. with a so-called \"moss pole\". 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There are numerous pink and red cultivated varieties of this species, sold under names such as Cherry Baby, Red Star, Sun Star, and Orange Star, among others. All the cultivated varieties look very similar. You can get an impression of the different forms in our picture gallery. If you have a specific form in mind, please let us know in the order notes, and we will try to fulfill your request.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe currently offer a mix of plants consisting of Red Star, Sun Star, Crimson Love, and Orange Star. 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These clumps can reach considerable sizes over time and even hang down to the ground. Its growth form is reminiscent of mosses (hence the common name) or beard lichens of the genus \u003cem\u003eUsnea\u003c\/em\u003e , to which the species name also refers. Its flowers are brown or yellow and rather small and inconspicuous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Within its large distribution area, there are many different forms or ecotypes. These are populations adapted to their local conditions. The form known as 'Fine', for example, consists of particularly small, thin individual plants that grow loosely and therefore dry much faster. It occurs in very humid cloud forests on tropical mountains. The form known as 'Curly' consists of much larger individual plants that are twisted and interlocked, forming very dense clumps that retain moisture for much longer. 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Like \u003cem\u003eB. pavonina\u003c\/em\u003e , it has strongly metallic dark blue to purple iridescent leaves, but remains significantly smaller, with leaves only up to about 6 cm in size. It grows in very dense, compact cushions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWhen \u003cem\u003e*B. metachroa*\u003c\/em\u003e grows in shady conditions, the leaves begin to form iridoplasts after some time. These are highly modified chloroplasts that arrange themselves in a crystal-like lattice, allowing them to capture approximately 10% more light than conventional chloroplasts. A side effect of this arrangement is the strong, metallic blue sheen of the leaves, which is best observed from a specific angle in the dark with a flashlight. Even without such \"tricks,\" the effect is visible; the leaves shimmer beautifully greenish to blue, especially in indirect daylight. 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