Hemigraphis 'Purple Waffle Plant' – 8" Pot

Rich in color, full of texture, and absolutely gorgeous! The Hemigraphis Purple Waffle Plant, also known as the Red Ivy, is a stunning tropical houseplant loved for its beautifully crinkled leaves, shimmering green and metallic-purple tones, and vibrant purple undersides. Its unique, waffle-like foliage creates an eye-catching display that adds a bold pop of color to any space!

With its naturally spreading and gently trailing growth habit, this colorful beauty looks gorgeous in decorative planters, on shelves, or as part of a tropical plant collection. Perfect for bright indoor spaces, covered porches, or patios during warm weather, the Purple Waffle Plant brings a fun touch of tropical charm to your home!

🌿 Plant Care Instructions

• ☀️ Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight to maintain its beautiful purple coloring. Can tolerate moderate light, but avoid harsh direct afternoon sunlight, which may scorch its foliage.

• 💧 Water: Keep soil consistently lightly moist but never soggy. Water when the top layer of soil begins to feel dry. Avoid allowing the plant to dry out completely.

• 🌡️ Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures between 65–85°F. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.

• 💦 Humidity: Loves moderate to high humidity! A humidifier or naturally humid environment helps keep its textured foliage looking lush and healthy.

• 🪴 Soil: Use a rich, well-draining potting mix that retains some moisture while allowing excess water to escape.

• 🌱 Fertilizer: Feed with a diluted, balanced houseplant fertilizer once a month during spring and summer.

• ✂️ Pruning: Pinch back longer stems occasionally to encourage fuller, bushier growth. Remove any damaged or yellowing leaves as needed.

🐾 Pet Toxicity

Pet Friendly! Purple Waffle Plants are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, making them a wonderful choice for pet-friendly homes.

Although considered non-toxic, eating any plant material may still cause mild digestive upset, so it's best to discourage curious pets from nibbling.

💚 Good to Know

• Pot Size: 8 inches

• Botanical Name: Hemigraphis alternata

• Also Known As: Purple Waffle Plant, Red Ivy

• Care Level: Easy to Moderate

• Light Requirements: Bright, Indirect Light

• Water Needs: Consistently Lightly Moist Soil

• Humidity: Moderate to High

• Pet Friendly: Yes 🐾

• Growth Habit: Low-Growing, Spreading & Gently Trailing

• Foliage: Textured Green and Purple Leaves with Vibrant Purple Undersides

• Perfect For: Decorative planters, shelves, bathrooms, covered patios, and tropical plant collections

Please note: Each plant is unique, and leaf coloration, texture, fullness, and size may vary slightly from the plant pictured.