
Allow the water to flow freely from the drainage holes on the bottom of the pot. We include shipping box warmers at no charge as needed. Your Purple Waffle prefers consistently moist soil. The purple waffle plant (hemigraphis alternata) is a short shrubby plant that prefers moist conditions and average indoor temperatures.
Purple waffle plant how to#
Our plants include detailed care instructions as well as our Houseplant Best Practices guide, with information on how to repot, seasonal care and more! You'll get a healthy Hemigraphis alternata that meets our rigorous quality standards in a 4" nursery pot. No two plants are alike, and yours will have its own unique shape, size and personality expect this natural variation from the photos. It should perk back up with a good drink. Considerations: Purple Waffle Plant hates to dry out, and wilts when thirsty.Water: Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy an aquarium plant, Hemigraphis exotica should only be submerged for short periods of time and then taken out to regenerate.Whether potted in glass or in a traditional planter, Purple Waffle Plant is a striking oddity for any houseplant collection.

A great choice for a terrarium, Hemigraphis species love to stay consistently moist, like its relatives in the family Acanthaceae -Fittonia and Hypoestes. The purple waffle plant stands out from other houseplants due to its unique leaves. The leaves have a crinkled texture similar to a waffle, which is why the plant is also nicknamed the Purple Waffle Plant. Low to moderate light are acceptable for Hemigraphis.

Hemigraphis alternata 'Exotica' is a unique houseplant that has intensely dark green leaves with deep purple undersides. Hemigraphis exotica is best suited for terrarium environments.
