Black Toe Tropicals
Pachycentria cf. pulverulenta
Pachycentria cf. pulverulenta
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An epiphytic shrub native to SE Asia. Foliage is dark green with a contrasting midrib and secondary veins. Undersides are bright red, and the entire plant is dotted with extrafloral nectaries that secrete crystalline nectar (picture 4). Inflorescences and flowers are typical of the Melastomes, with clusters of white/pink flowers. Makes a great hanging specimen!
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Locality | Batu Rongring, North Sumatra, Indonesia |
| Growth Form and Habit | Epiphyte; shrub |
| Mature Size | Medium to large |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Light | Bright shade |
| Humidity | 65-75% |
| Climate | Lowland |
| Watering | Evenly moist, allow to dry slightly between waterings |
| Medium | Moisture-retentive, well-draining, nutrient-rich |
| Ease of Cultivation | Easy |
*Pictures are representative and might not be of the exact plant for sale unless otherwise stated. Please refer to the size guide below for an estimate of plant dimensions.*
Size Guide
Size Guide
For all plants excluding Orchids, vines and small/mini species
Small: leafspan of 5-15cm, height 5-8cm
Medium: leafspan of 16-25cm, height 9-15cm
Large and above: >26cm leafspan, height >16cm
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