{"product_id":"dizygotheca-elegatissma-bianca","title":"Dizygotheca Elegatissma \"Bianca\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re looking for a dramatic houseplant with fine, elegant foliage, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDizygotheca elegantissima\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a striking choice. Also known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFalse Aralia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it has slender, deeply cut leaves with a delicate, almost lace-like look. New growth often appears in deep bronze or coppery tones before maturing to rich green, giving the plant a beautiful, airy texture and a slightly exotic feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dizygotheca elegantissima, now often classified as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlerandra elegantissima\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is native to New Caledonia in the South Pacific. It naturally grows in warm, humid tropical conditions, which explains its love of steady warmth, good humidity, and gentle filtered light indoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dizygotheca elegantissima enjoys bright, indirect light. Good filtered light helps keep its growth healthy and its foliage looking full, but avoid harsh direct midday sun, which can scorch the delicate leaves. Too little light may cause slower growth or leaf drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep the soil lightly moist, but never soggy. Water when the top inch or two of soil feels dry, making sure excess water drains away fully. It doesn’t like sitting wet, but it also prefers not to dry out completely for long periods. Reduce watering slightly in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It loves warmth and appreciates humidity, so keep it away from cold draughts, chilly windowsills, and radiators. A pebble tray, humidifier, or bright bathroom spot can help keep the leaves looking their best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser. No feeding is needed during winter while growth naturally slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dizygotheca elegantissima may be mildly toxic if ingested and can cause irritation or stomach upset, so it’s best kept away from curious pets and children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a graceful, architectural plant—perfect if you want something elegant, unusual, and full of fine texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold without decorative pot, colour and size may vary slightly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal plant delivery or collection available in Belfast and throughout Northern Ireland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Green East","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58224769958269,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/7410\/9627\/files\/461848F6-A1DD-443C-81C7-07287380D0F9.jpg?v=1780138486","url":"https:\/\/thegreeneast.co.uk\/products\/dizygotheca-elegatissma-bianca","provider":"The Green East","version":"1.0","type":"link"}