{"product_id":"labisia-gigantifolia-10-5cm-pot-house-plant","title":"Labisia Gigantifolia 10.5cm Pot House Plant","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabisia ‘Gigantifolia’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabisia ‘Gigantifolia’ is an unusual and highly sought-after tropical foliage plant, prized for its impressively large, textured leaves and bold architectural appearance. Its broad leaves emerge from a compact growth habit, creating a lush, almost prehistoric look that makes it an excellent statement plant for collectors of rare and unusual houseplants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the Labisia genus, this plant is adapted to the warm, humid conditions found beneath tropical forest canopies. Rather than growing in intense sunshine, it naturally favours filtered light, consistent moisture and high humidity. This makes it particularly well suited to warm rooms, plant cabinets and other protected indoor growing environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its dramatic foliage, Labisia ‘Gigantifolia’ is generally relatively slow growing. New leaves are therefore particularly rewarding, gradually expanding to create the oversized foliage for which this variety is prized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, give it stable conditions and avoid dramatic changes in temperature, watering or humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace your Labisia ‘Gigantifolia’ in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow to bright indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is naturally accustomed to filtered forest light, so it does not need – or appreciate – strong direct sunshine. A position close to an east- or north-facing window can work particularly well, while brighter south- or west-facing windows may require the plant to be positioned further back from the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid prolonged direct sunlight, particularly during the middle of the day, as this can scorch or discolour the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabisia ‘Gigantifolia’ prefers its compost to remain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsistently lightly moist without becoming waterlogged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the compost regularly and water once the upper layer has started to dry. Water thoroughly, allowing excess water to drain from the pot before returning the plant to its decorative pot or saucer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid allowing the compost to dry out completely for long periods, as prolonged drought can result in drooping foliage, crispy leaf edges and stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the same time, constantly saturated compost can deprive the roots of oxygen and increase the risk of root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering requirements will naturally reduce during the darker winter months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh humidity is one of the most important factors when growing Labisia successfully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAim for humidity of around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60% or higher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with 70–80% particularly beneficial where practical. Lower household humidity can result in brown or crispy leaf edges, particularly during winter when central heating is being used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA humidifier or enclosed plant cabinet can be particularly useful for maintaining stable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood airflow is still important, especially in very humid environments, as stagnant air combined with constantly wet foliage or compost can encourage fungal problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep Labisia ‘Gigantifolia’ somewhere \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewarm and protected from sudden temperature changes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn indoor temperature of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18–27°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid positioning the plant beside cold windows, frequently opened external doors, air-conditioning units or strong draughts. Temperatures below approximately 15°C should be avoided wherever possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoisture-retentive but well-aerated houseplant mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mixture containing ingredients such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood-quality houseplant compost or coco coir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine orchid bark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerlite or pumice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSphagnum moss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewill provide a useful balance between moisture retention and drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aim is to create compost that remains lightly moist around the roots without becoming compacted or permanently saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed during active growth in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003espring and summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e using a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplying fertiliser at approximately half the manufacturer's recommended strength every 3–4 weeks is usually sufficient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce or stop feeding during autumn and winter if growth slows significantly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with many slower-growing tropical foliage plants, excessive fertiliser is unnecessary and can result in a build-up of salts within the compost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabisia ‘Gigantifolia’ does not require frequent repotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot when the plant has clearly outgrown its container or when roots are becoming crowded. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the existing one, as moving into an excessively large container can cause the compost to remain wet for too long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpring or early summer is generally the best time to repot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrown or crispy leaf edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost commonly associated with low humidity, inconsistent watering or allowing the plant to become excessively dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellowing leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn occasional older yellow leaf is normal. Widespread yellowing can indicate excessively wet compost, poor drainage or root problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrooping leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the moisture level of the compost. Both excessive dryness and saturated roots can cause foliage to droop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBleached or scorched patches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant may be receiving too much direct sunlight. Move it into a position with filtered or indirect light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall or slow new growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth can naturally be relatively slow, but insufficient light, cool temperatures or a lack of nutrients during the growing season can slow it further.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep an eye out for common houseplant pests including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMealybugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale insects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspect both sides of the leaves regularly, particularly when introducing a new plant to your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Labisia ‘Gigantifolia’ Pet Safe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReliable toxicity information for Labisia ‘Gigantifolia’ is limited and sources are inconsistent. We therefore recommend \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekeeping it away from pets and young children and avoiding ingestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than assuming it is non-toxic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabisia ‘Gigantifolia’ Care at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to bright indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep lightly and consistently moist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High – ideally 60%+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18–27°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Airy, moisture-retentive and well draining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Every 3–4 weeks during spring and summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slow to moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Toxicity information is limited – keep away from pets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DS Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58817658585462,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/1d6c6bb6-624f-4e0d-baa1-0a146455e7ad.jpg?v=1790329971","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/labisia-gigantifolia-10-5cm-pot-house-plant","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}