{"title":"Tropical Zebra Plant","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"116\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"114\"\u003eGenus: Aphelandra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"128\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acanthaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"143\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zebra Plant\u003cbr data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"192\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical regions of Central and South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"258\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"261\"\u003eAphelandra is a genus of tropical, evergreen shrubs best known for their striking foliage and vibrant bracted flower spikes. The most well-known species, \u003cem data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eAphelandra squarrosa\u003c\/em\u003e, features glossy, dark green leaves marked with bold white veins—hence the common name \"Zebra Plant.\" Flowering typically occurs in late summer to fall, with bright yellow or orange bracts that last for several weeks. These plants are typically grown as houseplants in temperate climates due to their sensitivity to cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"856\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"856\"\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun, which may scorch leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eRequires warm, humid conditions—mist regularly or use a humidity tray indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not soggy; use well-draining potting mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eFertilize every 2–4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003ePrune after flowering to maintain compact growth and encourage bushiness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eThe genus name \u003cem data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eAphelandra\u003c\/em\u003e comes from Greek words meaning “simple male,” referring to the flower’s unbranched stamens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eAlthough commonly grown indoors, Aphelandras can also thrive outdoors in warm, frost-free climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eThe Zebra Plant is known for being finicky—sensitive to both underwatering and overwatering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eIts bold foliage makes it a popular choice for adding dramatic contrast to indoor plant collections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003eAphelandra species are related to other colourful tropicals in the Acanthaceae family, such as \u003cem data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eJusticia\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eFittonia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/zebra-plants.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}