{"title":"Tropical Coffee","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eGenus: Coffea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubiaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"156\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee Plant\u003cbr data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical Africa, particularly Ethiopia, and Madagascar; now cultivated worldwide in tropical regions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"310\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"313\"\u003eCoffea is a genus of tropical evergreen shrubs and small trees best known as the source of coffee beans—the seeds of their small, red or purple berries. While over 120 species exist, \u003cem data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"512\"\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"535\"\u003eCoffea canephora\u003c\/em\u003e (robusta) are the most commercially important. These plants are grown for both their economic value and ornamental appeal, especially as lush, attractive houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eCoffea species typically feature glossy, deep green leaves with prominent veins, fragrant white star-like flowers, and clusters of cherry-like fruit called coffee cherries. When grown indoors as a houseplant, the coffee plant adds a lush, tropical vibe and can sometimes flower and fruit under the right conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light; tolerates some morning sun but avoid harsh direct light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-draining soil with slightly acidic pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Reduce watering slightly in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost-tender; best grown indoors in Canada or in greenhouses (Hardy outdoors in Zones 10–11).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prune to shape and encourage bushier growth. Repot every couple of years as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eThe white flowers of Coffea plants are highly fragrant and bloom in clusters, often compared to jasmine in scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eEach coffee cherry contains two seeds—what we know as coffee beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e is considered higher quality with a smoother flavour, while \u003cem data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eCoffea canephora\u003c\/em\u003e (robusta) has a stronger, more bitter taste and higher caffeine content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eCoffee plants can live for decades and, under the right care, may begin to flower and fruit indoors after 3–5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003eIn the wild, coffee plants often grow as understory shrubs beneath the tropical forest canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"coffee-plant-4-pot","title":"Coffee Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoffea arabica aka \u003cspan\u003eArabica Coffee Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fun houseplant? Try coffee! This beautiful indoor plant boasts shiny, dark green leaves that look like they've been polished.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eGrow coffee in a bright spot to keep it happiest. The more light, the better -- and the faster it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater coffee regularly -- enough to keep the soil moist, but not wet or saturated. Coffee hates wet feet, so don't let water stand in its saucer for extended periods. Like many houseplants, coffee is quick to wilt when it's not happy, but it's just as quick to recover once watered. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA tropical indoor plant, coffee appreciates abundant levels of relative humidity. 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