Light: This plant grows best in bright light. It will even enjoy some direct sun. Sunlight brings out the red colour on the leaves edges.
Soil: The plant is easy to grow in average room conditions, tolerating the dry air of heated homes well. It however doesn’t like is soggy soil, so plant in fast draining soil.
Care: Do not wet the leaves as this will lead to rot.
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