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You will receive a similar plant to the one photographed and not necessarily the same. If you would like a photo of the exact plant we are sending, just drop us a line! Pots and plants are sold separately unless otherwise specified in the listing.
A wonderfully unusual tropical plant with glossy, deeply textured leaves patterned like a turtle’s shell. Its rich green foliage, pale veining and compact growth make ‘Kura Kura’ a real collector’s plant and an excellent choice for terrariums.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, it prefers warm, humid and consistently moist conditions. The name kura-kura means turtle or tortoise, referring to the distinctive pattern of its leaves.
Light:Bright indirect light is ideal.
Watering: They always prefer moist but not soggy soil, so give your plant water when the top inch of the earth starts to feel dry. Be careful not to overwater; you don't want to risk root rot and don't let the soil dry out completely.
Temperature:18-20°C is its ideal temperature range. Try to place this plant in a place that avoids sudden temperature changes or drafts.
Potting: A well-draining mix that holds moisture is an excellent choice. OurThirst Trapmix is a great choice.
Hot tips: Humidity lovers! Great choice to add to your terrarium project or keep in a steamy (bright) bathroom.
Pet Friendly: YES
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About this plant
A wonderfully unusual tropical plant with glossy, deeply textured leaves patterned like a turtle’s shell. Its rich green foliage, pale veining and compact growth make ‘Kura Kura’ a real collector’s plant and an excellent choice for terrariums.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, it prefers warm, humid and consistently moist conditions. The name kura-kura means turtle or tortoise, referring to the distinctive pattern of its leaves.
Light:Bright indirect light is ideal.
Watering: They always prefer moist but not soggy soil, so give your plant water when the top inch of the earth starts to feel dry. Be careful not to overwater; you don't want to risk root rot and don't let the soil dry out completely.
Temperature:18-20°C is its ideal temperature range. Try to place this plant in a place that avoids sudden temperature changes or drafts.
Potting: A well-draining mix that holds moisture is an excellent choice. OurThirst Trapmix is a great choice.
Hot tips: Humidity lovers! Great choice to add to your terrarium project or keep in a steamy (bright) bathroom.
Pet Friendly: YES
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Every plant is uniqueThe plant you receive will be similar to the one photographed, but not identical. Want to see the exact plant? Get in touch and we’ll happily send you a photo. Rescue plants may have cosmetic damage and are pictured using a healthy example.
Delivery across Great Britain
Live plants travel via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Non-plant items travel via Tracked 48 unless they are packed with a plant.
Dispatch: Orders placed before 2pm are normally dispatched the following day. Orders placed on Saturday are dispatched on Monday.
Cost: £6.99 flat-rate shipping. Click & Collect from our Bristol shop is free.
Local Bristol delivery: Available on orders over £20 for eligible postcodes at checkout and normally completed by our team within 48 hours. Please provide a safe place.
