{"product_id":"episcia-cupreata-shimmer-flame-violet-copy","title":"Episcia cupreata 'Shimmer' - Flame Violet","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEpiscia cupreata\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Shimmer’ is a beautiful tropical houseplant grown for its richly coloured, velvety foliage with a distinctive metallic shimmer. Its creeping and trailing growth habit makes it particularly attractive in a hanging pot, on a shelf or as part of a humid terrarium display. Given the right conditions, it can also produce small, brightly coloured flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEpiscia cupreata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e ‘Shimmer’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShimmer Flame Violet, Flame Violet, Carpet Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe species \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEpiscia cupreata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, where it grows in warm, humid forest environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. Avoid strong direct sunlight, which can scorch the delicate foliage and fade its colouring. Good indirect light will help maintain the plant’s distinctive metallic appearance and encourage flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the soil lightly and consistently moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging and try to keep water off the velvety leaves, as consistently wet foliage can encourage marking or fungal problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers high humidity and is particularly well suited to terrariums and plant cabinets. Aim for around 60% humidity or higher where possible, while maintaining good airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a light, well-draining mix that retains some moisture. An African violet compost or houseplant mix with added perlite works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser diluted to half strength. Reduce feeding during autumn and winter when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers warm temperatures between 18–27°C. Protect from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEpiscia cupreata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep ‘Shimmer’ somewhere warm with plenty of humidity and bright, indirect light to bring out the best colour in its foliage. Pinching back long stems can encourage a fuller, bushier plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEpiscias naturally produce stolons, or runners, which spread out from the main plant and develop small plantlets. This gives ‘Shimmer’ its attractive cascading habit and also makes established plants relatively easy to propagate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEpiscia cupreata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e belongs to the Gesneriad family, making it a relative of African Violets. The species name \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ecupreata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e refers to its copper-coloured foliage, while cultivars such as ‘Shimmer’ have been selected for particularly striking leaf patterns and metallic tones.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":58571314987389,"sku":"9721911237871","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/IMG_33572-85.jpg?v=1787327518","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/es\/products\/episcia-cupreata-shimmer-flame-violet-copy","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}