Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux



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Strobilanthes alternata 'Snow White' is a creeping waffle plant with purple stems and small leaves edged or washed in cream and blush, creating a soft mosaic of colour that works beautifully around taller tropical plants. Its low, spreading habit makes it useful as an underplanting, terrarium edge plant, or trailing accent in shallow containers where the pastel foliage can be appreciated at close range.
It prefers bright indirect light, steady moisture, warmth, and higher humidity, though it remains more forgiving than some collector foliage plants. For growers wanting something soft, colourful, and textural rather than upright and dramatic, 'Snow White' is an easy way to add a low-growing tropical layer.
Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Water
Water when ~20–35% dry
Substrate
Moisture-retentive but aerated • Evenly moist • Organic-leaning • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–26 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
upright shrubby herb
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 60 cm • Max. spread: 60 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic & Pet-friendly
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Strobilanthes alternata
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