{"product_id":"columnea-karstenianum","title":"Columnea karstenianum","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking gesneriad from South American rainforests, distinguished by its deeply patterned foliage — dark green leaves with bold burgundy venation and vivid red-tipped new growth that makes it as ornamental as any flowering plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light. Performs well near an east or north-facing window. Avoid direct afternoon sun, which can fade the dramatic leaf patterning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to warm-growing. Thrives between 60–80°F (15–27°C). Keep away from cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F (13°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80%. High humidity enhances both foliage color and overall vigor. A humidifier or pebble tray is recommended indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top inch of substrate is dry. Avoid waterlogging — well-draining, airy mix is key. Consistent moisture without saturation is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trailing to semi-upright — stems elongate and can cascade attractively from a hanging basket or be trained along a support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 20px;\"\u003eFoliage is elliptic with a deep green base heavily marked by dark burgundy veins and reddish margins; emerging tips show vivid crimson coloration. Under good conditions, it produces small tubular yellow flowers nestled at the leaf axils. A rewarding species for collectors who appreciate ornamental foliage as much as blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecuagenera USA Corp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49017634193633,"sku":"PRE21150","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0332\/7141\/4915\/files\/Columnea_karstenianum3.jpg?v=1788209129","url":"https:\/\/ecuageneraus.com\/products\/columnea-karstenianum","provider":"Ecuagenera USA Corp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}