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Purple Waffle Plant - Hemigraphis alternata - Tube / QLD is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Hemigraphis alternata, commonly known as the Purple Waffle Plant, is a compact foliage plant prized for its deeply textured, metallic purple leaves. It thrives in warm, humid environments and adds a dramatic splash of colour to indoor spaces and shaded garden areas.
✔ Rich purple foliage – The deep violet underside and textured leaves create striking contrast.
✔ Compact, low-growing habit – Perfect for pots, indoor displays, and border edging.
✔ Excellent air-purifying qualities – Known to help improve indoor air quality.
✔ Thrives in humidity – Performs beautifully in bathrooms, terrariums, and sheltered shade.
✔ Low-maintenance – Grows reliably with minimal care when kept moist and sheltered.
✅ Indoor plant décor – Adds colour and lush foliage to desks, shelves, and benchtops.
✅ Terrariums and dish gardens – Ideal for enclosed humid environments.
✅ Shaded garden beds – Provides ground cover or edging in warm, sheltered outdoor spaces.
✅ Mixed foliage arrangements – Pairs beautifully with ferns, calatheas, and other shade lovers.
Spacing: Plant 20 to 30cm apart for dense edging or ground cover; closer spacing creates a richer, fuller purple carpet.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring.
Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
How big does Hemigraphis alternata grow?
It typically reaches 10 to 20cm tall and spreads gently as a ground cover or trailing plant.
Does it need high humidity?
It thrives in humidity but will grow well as long as the soil stays consistently moist.
Can it grow in full sun?
No, it prefers bright indirect light or shade; strong sun can bleach its purple colouring.
Is it easy to maintain?
Yes, it is low-maintenance and only needs regular moisture to stay vibrant.
Is it suitable for pots and indoor spaces?
Absolutely, its compact size and striking foliage make it an excellent indoor plant.
Don’t wait, secure your Purple Waffle Plant today and enjoy its rich, textured colour year-round!
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