Pellionia Daveauana 'Red'

Terrestrial small sized plant suitable for indoor pots, terrariums, and paludariums. One small sized stem with 2 to 4 leaves only (delivered in a sealed bag).

Also known as the Watermelon Vine or Red Pellionia, Pellionia daveauana ‘Red’ is a captivating tropical foliage plant admired for its constantly changing leaf patterns and colors. Depending on lighting, humidity, and nutrition, its foliage may appear green, purple, or reddish with intricate vein markings, a natural variation that makes each plant truly unique.

This trailing species is ideal for terrariums or shaded indoor settings, where it forms a spreading carpet or cascading layer of small, soft leaves. Its adaptive nature allows it to thrive in both moist and moderately dry conditions, with each environment influencing the intensity and tone of its leaf coloration.

Details:

• Sold as one healthy stem (not a pot or bunch)

• Height: approx. 5–10 cm

• Thrives in humid terrariums with indirect light

• Trailing growth; spreads across soil or décor

• Leaf color varies from green to red or purple with light and moisture

• Safe for terrarium insects and springtails

Care Tips:

Keep the substrate evenly moist and provide gentle airflow. Avoid direct sunlight, as it may fade the leaf colors. Regular trimming helps the plant stay dense and compact.

Note: Supplied in emersed form, appearance may change as it adapts to terrarium conditions. Color and pattern variation are natural characteristics of this species and may differ depending on light and moisture levels.