Waffle Plants are colorful, happy in most home environments and only a little bit fussy.
Learn how to care for this beautiful plant!
The Waffle Plant (Hemigraphis alternata) is a climbing plant native to Indonesia and New Guinea.
Waffle plants do flower once a year but they are insignificant and can be removed.
They prefer temps between 60-70F and high humidity.
Keep soil moist at all times and in hot, dry weather use a humidity tray or mist regularly.
Plants grow to a height of up to 2ft and are fast growing.
Repotting at the beginning of each growing season is recommended.
Use a high quality potting soil, African Violet mix or an even mix of peat and vermiculite.
Water with warm water and avoid getting the leaves wet to avoid stains.
When misting use distilled water.
Propagation
Waffle Plants are easy to propagate via stem cuttings.
Root in water and then transplant into soil.
Pests
Waffle Plants are not bothered by most pests.
The soil should be kept moist but not wet at all times during the growing season to avoid this.
Wash hands well after handling the plant.
Uses
Waffle Plant does well as a hanging or container plant and also outdoors as a groundcover.
They make an excellent addition to any houseplant collection.