This 6-12 in. houseplant has glossy leaves with distinctive watermelon-like, silver and green stripes. To appreciate its distinctive look, display so it can be seen up close and personal. Also it is not toxic to dogs, cats and children. Fertilize with an all purpose/organic liquid fertilizer formulated for houseplants at 1/2 recommended dilution rate during growth period from spring-summer.
Grown for foliage
Indirect light indoors
Water after 2 in. soil surface feels dry to touch
Pruned anywhere along the stem
All zones indoors; outdoors zones 10-12
Transplant anytime for houseplants in a container with drainage holes, use a pot that is one size larger than the original
Well-aerated loose potting soil.
12 in. x as wide