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ornamentalFamily: AcanthaceaeGenus: AphelandraSpecies: dania
Cultivar
Zebra Plant
Aphelandra dania
The Zebra Plant features bold, glossy, dark green leaves that are dramatically patterned with distinct cream-colored veins, making it a standout addition to indoor spaces. It grows as a compact, upright perennial that thrives in warm, humid environments. Known for its ornamental foliage, it brings a vibrant tropical aesthetic to tabletops and brightly lit interiors.
The Zebra Plant is a popular tropical houseplant cherished for its striking, dark green foliage featuring prominent, bright white veins.
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Plant Detail
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Repotting / Start Growing
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Hardiness
11-12 (typically grown as an indoor houseplant)
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Growth habit
Upright, clumping tropical shrub
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Requires consistent humidity to prevent leaf tip browning; benefits from regular misting or a pebble tray.
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Climate note
Thrives in temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; protect from drafts and cold temperatures below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
Produces distinct, yellow, cone-shaped bracts; flowering is often sporadic in indoor conditions.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Growth rate
Moderate
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced, water-soluble liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the growing season.
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Pruning
Prune back after flowering to maintain a bushy shape and encourage new growth.
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Care notes
Requires consistent humidity to prevent leaf tip browning; benefits from regular misting or a pebble tray.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide
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Growth habit
Upright, clumping tropical shrub
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Spacing
18-24 inches
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Produces distinct, yellow, cone-shaped bracts; flowering is often sporadic in indoor conditions.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
11-12 (typically grown as an indoor houseplant)
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Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; protect from drafts and cold temperatures below 60°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains moisture while allowing excess water to escape.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Excellent for containers; ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent root rot.
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Family
Acanthaceae
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Foliage Look
Glossy, dark green ovate leaves with prominent white venation.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are large, ovate, and glossy with clear, contrasting white veins extending to the margins.
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Fruit Flower Look
Distinctive yellow, rectangular, overlapping bracts in a terminal spike formation.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers should only be represented by yellow, squarrose-type bracts on terminal spikes; do not depict fruits.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an upright, non-vining, and non-trailing structure.
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Mature Plant Look
Upright, dense clumping foliage plant with a lush tropical appearance.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Woody base with upright stems, dark green foliage, and occasional terminal flower spikes with yellow bracts.
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Morphology Rules
Focus on the bold color contrast between the leaf blade and the venation.
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Plant Faqs
How often should I water my Zebra Plant? Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy, watering when the top inch of soil feels dry. Does the Zebra Plant need high humidity? Yes, it thrives in higher humidity and may benefit from occasional misting if your indoor air is dry. Why are the leaf tips turning brown? Brown tips often indicate low humidity, underwatering, or issues with water quality.
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Root Look
Fibrous, white to light tan root system visible on the plug.
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Soil Look
Moist, dark brown, porous organic potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with several pairs of leaves showing the signature white venation.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Compact, soft herbaceous stems with opposite leaf arrangement; distinct white vein pattern on deep green leaves.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Zebra Plant. This is Zebra Plant, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Zebra Plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future growing space you want to create. This plant is celebrated for its incredibly striking, dark green foliage that is beautifully patterned with bold, bright white veins. Establish your starter plant by repotting it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining soil, then move it to a final indoor container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Zebra Plant Aphelandra dania Aphelandra Tropical Foliage Houseplants Indoor Plants Ornamental Foliage Container Gardening Agardeni
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Youtube Video Summary
The Zebra Plant is a classic indoor foliage favorite known for its striking, dark green leaves and bright white veins. Learn how to grow this beautiful tropical plant in your indoor space.
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Youtube Video Title
Zebra Plant (Aphelandra dania) | Growing Tropical Indoor Foliage
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