Stromanthe Sanguinea (Stromanthe)
Stromanthe Sanguinea (Stromanthe)
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Stromanthe Sanguinea (Stromanthe) is a stunning tropical foliage plant admired for its long, elegant leaves featuring rich green upper surfaces and striking burgundy undersides. Closely related to Calatheas, this evergreen plant brings vibrant colour, texture, and movement to indoor spaces and shaded tropical gardens. Its graceful foliage naturally folds upward in the evening, creating an ever-changing display that adds interest throughout the day.
Thriving in warm, humid environments with bright, indirect light, Stromanthe Sanguinea (Stromanthe) is an excellent choice for adding lush tropical beauty to homes, offices, patios, and sheltered outdoor areas. It performs best in consistently moist, well-drained soil and appreciates higher humidity, rewarding growers with healthy, vibrant foliage year-round. Whether used as a feature plant in decorative containers or planted in shaded garden beds, this elegant species offers outstanding ornamental appeal with relatively low maintenance.

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Mature height
0.8–1.5 m
Mature width
0.6–1.2 m
Spacing
0.6–1 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Deep green foliage with burgundy-purple undersides; small white flowers with reddish bracts
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to Summer (flowers are secondary to the foliage)
Sun tolerance
Bright indirect light to part shade; avoid direct sunlight
Maintenance
Low to Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil and high humidity
Root System
Clumping rhizomatous root system; non-invasive