About the Apoballis Lavallaei Purple Sword
Experience the rare beauty of the Homalomena Purple Sword, also known as Apoballis Purple Sword. Its pointed green and silver foliage, accented by a striking purple underside, will surely turn heads. Add a touch of rarity to your collection with this highly sought after aroid.
Light: Moderate indirect to low light
Water: Keep the soil consistently/evenly moist and never let the soil dry out completely. Once the apoballis feels like it could use a drink, its leaves will start to slowly droop downward giving you a visual cue that it needs water. Once you give it a thorough drink, it’s leaves will perk right back up again. Remember to remove any standing water that remains after about 10-15 minutes to prevent rotting the roots over time.
Difficulty: Moderate
Air Purifying: Yes, known to remove formaldehyde from the air.
Toxicity: Toxic to animals and humans.
Growth Rate: Moderate
Common Names: Homalomena Purple Sword
Origin: Southeast Asia
*Please note: Plants may not look exactly as shown.
Apoballis Lavallaei Purple Sword 4"
$36
