Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000124
11/12/99
Aphelandra squarrosa - Zebra Plant
Type: house plant
Comments: Zebra Plant gets its name from white stripes on
the leaves. It is not one of the better house plants.
Bright light but no direct sunlight is preferred. Water
when the soil surface has just begun to dry, however less
water is needed after flowering and in winter. Aphelandra
drops leaves if over- or under-watered. Ideal growing
temperatures are between 65 and 70 degrees. The plant
tolerates average home humidity but prefers high humidity.
Forcing Zebra Plant into bloom requires a well lit area.
Zebra Plant has a winter rest period.
Propagation: Propagation is by stem tip cuttings taken in
spring and kept at temperatures between 70 and 80 degrees.
Keep the cuttings continually moist. Leaf bud cuttings
may be used but they take longer.
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