{"title":"And the Young Elm said to the Helmwearer, “These are the Curiosities of the Realm. They are my family.”","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hand-braided-money-tree-pachira-aquatica-cow-pot-four-inch","title":"Hand-Braided Money Tree | Eco Cow Pot | 4 in. Sweetwater Chestnut (Pachira aquatica)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiving art.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e With pliable stems interwoven during its early growth, the Pachira aquatica’s five-lobed leaves spiral upward into a sculptural wonder of nature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pachira aquatica is native to tropical wetlands from southern Mexico through Central America and northern South America. Unbraided, mature outdoor trees produce edible, tropical chestnuts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eword \u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePachira\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e itself originates from the Indigenous Guyanese language and means sweetwater nut. Hence, the Pachira aquatica's common name Guiana chestnut, and soon after its maritime journey across 18th and 19th century spice routes aboard wooden ships to the Malabar Coast of southwestern India—Malabar chestnut. The Pachira aquatica was indeed an admirable voyager and survivor amid the salty, open oceans, sails catching the wind, harsh creaking hulls, and heavy barrels packed with soil and other plants, all resting deep in the cargo holds of old-world explorers headed for the East. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-braiding Pachira aquatica is cherished in classical East Asian Feng Shui; the self-discipline required for its successful, early-life braiding is thought to promote an introspective energy aligned with prosperity in the home. Legend has it a farmer once prayed and received a seed which he diligently cultivated until he could sell the braided trees to help his farm regain its footing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorically, Pachira aquatica was used in traditional, indigenous folk medicine to prepare topical anti-inflammatory poultices and nutrient-rich, roasted seed decoctions. A peer-reviewed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/14786419.2024.2346281\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estudy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tested crude extracts of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePachira aquatica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leaves, flowers, and seeds, confirming that the plant successfully inhibits the production of nitric oxide—a primary chemical mediator that drives cellular inflammation in the human body. Laboratory testing also isolated high concentrations of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflavonoids, phenolic acids, and coumarins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—compounds associated with potent cellular antioxidant activity and neutralizing oxidative stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChemical profiling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/journalair.com\/index.php\/AIR\/article\/view\/784\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eshows\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the plant's seeds and tissue are naturally rich in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etannins, saponins, and alkaloids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In plant biology, tannins function as natural enzyme inhibitors against pathogens, casting contemporary scientific light on other reputed, historical unbraided Pachira aquatica uses in treating skin wounds, rashes, and bacterial infections. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eWhile it is a rare sighting, the Pachira aquatica is actually capable of producing a magnificent, bursting flower in off-white and pink hues:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0809\/2772\/files\/eredymia-pachira-aquatica-flower.jpg?v=1788472817\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003ePeeling back its long, narrow petals like a golden rind, the Pachira aquatica treats its most devoted of caretakers to a truly breathtaking artistry in hundreds of brush-like, silken stamens—a fleeting, nocturnal spectacle. In tropical outdoor settings, the Pachira aquatica has been observed to bloom late in the evening so as to attract nocturnal pollinators like bats, staying fully open and fragrant for one day before its silky petals gracefully fall away to allow for a heavy seed pod's growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect sunlight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e When dry to a depth of two inches, water thoroughly until there is drainage from the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cow Pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A zero-waste, fully biodegradable planter molded from dehydrated, odorless dairy manure. Rather than disturbing the delicate root system by unpotting, simply settle the entire organic vessel directly into a five- or six-inch permanent planter. This seamlessly bypasses transplant shock while allowing the expanding roots to naturally digest the vessel's organic nitrogen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/aspca-poison-control\/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants\/money-tree\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eASPCA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn assortment of cardboard inserts, mailers, and outer boxes, as well as paper sleeves and rubber bands depending on a plant's needs. Heat packs or insulated sleeves are available when temperatures drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping and Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease add the required \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eredymia.com\/products\/winter-plant-shipping-protection?variant=48957571399780\"\u003eWinter Shipping Protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when temperatures are at or below 50°F in the delivery area. Thank you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Plant Dropship","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Cow Pot","offer_id":48950577070180,"sku":"4_MONEY_TREE_GUIANA_CHESTNUT_PACHIRA_BRAID_POT_COW","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0809\/2772\/files\/eredymia-money-tree-pachira-aquatica.webp?v=1788386545"},{"product_id":"winter-plant-shipping-protection","title":"Winter Shipping Protection","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Shipping Protection is required when temperatures are at or below 50°F in the delivery area. Below 0°F, shipments are paused until temperatures rise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-day thermal cell heat packs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoil thermal insulation liners or upgraded express shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA guaranteed replacement or full refund if cold damage occurs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentifying Cold Damage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA yellowing leaf or slight drooping is normal, minor stress. Genuine cold damage can be seen within 48 hours:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTextural Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leaves or stems that become soft, mushy, or translucent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscoloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sudden blackening or deep browning across sections of foliage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefoliation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A collapse of the main stems, or loss of green leaves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo Request a Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith your order information, kindly submit a clear photograph of cold damage alongside the packaging within 48 hours of delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Plant Dropship","offers":[{"title":"1-2 Plants","offer_id":48957571399780,"sku":"ACC_COLD.PROTECT_S","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-6 Plants","offer_id":48957571432548,"sku":"ACC_COLD.PROTECT_M","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7-12 Plants","offer_id":48957571465316,"sku":"ACC_COLD.PROTECT_L","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0809\/2772\/files\/eredymia-winter-shipping-protection.webp?v=1787786308"},{"product_id":"neanthe-bella-parlor-palm-chamaedorea-elegans-cow-pot-four-inch","title":"Neanthe Bella Parlor Palm | Eco Cow Pot | 4 in. (Chamaedorea elegans)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eBella, molto bella\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e. The Parlor Palm's little yet wholesomely lush, architectural fronds dazzle as they arch ever so gracefully outward. An ancient Greek gift thought to be beautifully low-growing and elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"AdPoic\" role=\"heading\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIn Victorian-era England, the Neanthe Bella Palm or Parlor Palm was associated with refinement and world travel. The Parlor Palm was one of few plants resilient enough to survive dim lighting, drafty windows, and heavy coal smoke heating the carefully decorated, 19th-century drawing rooms where hosts and guests retreated to after dinner. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian-era guests understood the societal significance and enduring beauty of the Parlor Palm, while being entertained with post-dinner tea and musical performances—often by the unmarried daughters of the house. The social grace and courtship in playing music to showcase the hosting family’s patience, elegance, and discipline, was evocative of the Victorian essence in a most tender vignette alongside the Parlor Palm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeer into the authentic Victorian style of drawing rooms the Parlor Palm once called home:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" style=\"margin: 15px 0px; display: block !important; width: 100% !important; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0809\/2772\/files\/mary-ellen-best-an-interior-1837-1840.jpg?v=1788470006\" alt=\"An Interior watercolor painting by Mary Ellen Best depicting a nineteenth century Victorian drawing room parlor featured by Eredymia.\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Interior\u003c\/em\u003e (c. 1837–1840), a watercolor by Mary Ellen Best (1809–1891), currently preserved at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 15px 0px; display: block !important; width: 100% !important; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eArchival Note: The historical quirks, traditional cultural heritage, and botanical profiling for this specific specimen are currently being prepared by our curator. Micro-dossiers are published gradually as our living gallery expands. We heartily invite you to check back soon and discover its fuller story.\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-2c772ecc-7fff-75dd-2990-6703bb64a7bf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"AdPoic\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Light:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect sunlight. \u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Water:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e When dry to a depth of two inches, water thoroughly until there is drainage from the base. Please avoid overwatering.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Cow Pot:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e A zero-waste, fully biodegradable planter molded from dehydrated, odorless dairy manure. Rather than disturbing the delicate root system by unpotting, simply settle the entire organic vessel directly into a five- or six-inch permanent planter. This seamlessly bypasses transplant shock while allowing the expanding roots to naturally digest the vessel's organic nitrogen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/aspca-poison-control\/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants\/neanthe-bella-palm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eASPCA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn assortment of cardboard inserts, mailers, and outer boxes, as well as paper sleeves and rubber bands depending on a plant's needs. Heat packs or insulated sleeves are available when temperatures drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping and Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease add the required \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eredymia.com\/products\/winter-plant-shipping-protection?variant=48957571399780\"\u003eWinter Shipping Protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when temperatures are at or below 50°F in the delivery area. Thank you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Plant Dropship","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Cow Pot","offer_id":48963966173284,"sku":"4_PARLOR_PALM_POT_COW","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0809\/2772\/files\/eredymia-neanthe-bella-parlor-palm.webp?v=1787786242"},{"product_id":"calathea-beauty-star-goeppertia-ornata-cow-pot-four-inch","title":"Calathea Beauty Star | Eco Cow Pot | 4 in. (Goeppertia ornata)","description":"\u003cp class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe beauty of the plea\u003c\/em\u003e. The Calathea Beauty Star dons remarkably deep-green, elongated leaves with purple undersides and tops meticulously pinstriped in pink and silver brushstrokes. Our wishes eternal to the Calathea Beauty Star, for its leaves moving as faithfully as they are precisely painted:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eA tropical, Brazilian native of the prayer plant Marantaceae family, known for practicing nyctinasty—the Calathea Beauty Star rhythmically closes and opens, raising its leaves upward nightly, like folded hands in prayer lowered at day's break. Though commonly sold as a Calathea, botanists reclassified the Beauty Star and many of its relatives into the \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eGoeppertia\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e genus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalathea and other prayer plants endow the home with what can only be described as a subtle, musical quality—as they\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e quickly move their leaves during the transition from night to day and day to night, responding sedulously to shifting light. Together, large groupings of prayer plants produce a soft, yet unmistakable rustling sound.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eArchival Note: The historical quirks, traditional cultural heritage, and botanical profiling for this specific specimen are currently being prepared by our curator. Micro-dossiers are published gradually as our living gallery expands. We heartily invite you to check back soon and discover its fuller story.\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-2c772ecc-7fff-75dd-2990-6703bb64a7bf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eFor an independent, third-party look at Calathea care practices from the Royal Horticultural Society:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"left: 0; width: 100%; height: 0; position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sysb9FdP-p8?rel=0\" style=\"top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; position: absolute; border: 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"AdPoic\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Light:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to bright, indirect sunlight. Please avoid direct rays, which can fade its intricate leaf patterns and burn the foliage.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Water:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Please keep the soil evenly moist, avoiding sogginess. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil begins to feel dry, using filtered or rainwater if possible. \u003cspan class=\"yADgie\"\u003eThe Calathea Beauty Star is sensitive to the fluoride and heavy minerals found in standard tap water, which easily cause its distinct leaf tips to turn brown and crispy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Cow Pot:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e A zero-waste, fully biodegradable planter molded from dehydrated, odorless dairy manure. Rather than disturbing the delicate root system by unpotting, simply settle the entire organic vessel directly into a five- or six-inch permanent planter. This seamlessly bypasses transplant shock while allowing the expanding roots to naturally digest the vessel's organic nitrogen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/aspca-poison-control\/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants\/calathea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eASPCA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn assortment of cardboard inserts, mailers, and outer boxes, as well as paper sleeves and rubber bands depending on a plant's needs. Heat packs or insulated sleeves are available when temperatures drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping and Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease add the required \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eredymia.com\/products\/winter-plant-shipping-protection?variant=48957571399780\"\u003eWinter Shipping Protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when temperatures are at or below 50°F in the delivery area. Thank you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Plant Dropship","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Cow Pot","offer_id":48974506623076,"sku":"4_CALATHEA_BEAUTY.STAR_POT_COW.POT","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0809\/2772\/files\/eredymia-calathea-beauty-star.webp?v=1787785942"},{"product_id":"hoya-lisa-watercolor-variegated-wax-vine-eco-cow-pot-four-inch","title":"Hoya Lisa Watercolor-Variegated Wax Vine | Eco Cow Pot | 4 in. (Hoya australis Lisa)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Hoya Lisa.\u003c\/em\u003e Broad, rounded, delightfully rubbery leaves that, to the eye, appear almost painted in an intricate watercolor variegation of creamy golds and greens. The Hoya Lisa's vines, pushing out new seasonal growth, cascade downward like an emerald waterfall and emerge a breathtakingly deep shade of burgundy-rose before maturing into their bright, multi-tone.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"AdPoic\" role=\"heading\"\u003eProvenance\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"eujQNb\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eHoya australis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 'Lisa' is a hand-cultivated Hoya variety derived from its rugged epiphyte ancestors native to the tropical rainforest margins, dense woodland canopies, and rocky coastlines of northern and eastern Australia. In classical tropical botany, the Hoya Lisa is known for its spectacular, umbrella-like clusters of star-shaped, fragrant porcelain blossoms. \u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIndigenous islanders traditionally used Hoya australis Lisa's thick, fleshy leaves to prepare hypotensive remedies and soothing poultices applied to severe body rashes, burns, and localized muscle inflammation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080\/14786419.2024.2319655\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePeer-reviewed laboratory testing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has isolated sizeable concentrations of active \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ehlorogenic acid\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eiso-chlorogenic acid\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ephenolic depsides\u003c\/span\u003e running through the greater Hoya genus' leaf tissue, compounds shown to deliver potent cellular antioxidant and antibacterial defense.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChemical tracking of the Lisa's protective tissues, naturally rich in thick, milky-white organic latex sap, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/S0044-328X(80)80076-6\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econfirm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that its \"milkiness\" is driven by lipoid particles suspended in an aqueous serum, full of triterpenoids like lupeol and β-amyrin. These bitter triterpenes serve as the Hoya Lisa's brilliant, defense mechanism against external pathogens and herbivores, resiliently sealing cell walls. Toxicology reviews curiously \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/S0044-328X(80)80076-6\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edemonstrated\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that the Hoya Lisa actually lacks the dangerous proteolytic enzymes (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eficin\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e) found in toxic rubber trees that similarly produce natural organic latex in their sap, concluding the Hoya Lisa's sap to be uniquely safe for the skin of many wild mammals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an independent, third-party look at Hoya australis from the Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"left: 0; width: 100%; height: 0; position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HjkLGPpL6EM?rel=0\" style=\"top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; position: absolute; border: 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"AdPoic\" role=\"heading\"\u003eCare\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Light:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect sunlight. Please avoid direct, afternoon sun to preserve the vivid cream and rose variegation.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Water:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e When dry to a depth of two inches, water thoroughly until there is drainage from the base.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Cow Pot:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e A zero-waste, fully biodegradable planter molded from dehydrated, odorless dairy manure. Rather than disturbing the delicate root system by unpotting, simply settle the entire organic vessel directly into a five- or six-inch permanent planter. This seamlessly bypasses transplant shock while allowing the expanding roots to naturally digest the vessel's organic nitrogen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/aspca-poison-control\/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants\/wax-plant\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eASPCA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e listed the Hoya wax plant genus as non-toxic to cats and dogs.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn assortment of cardboard inserts, mailers, and outer boxes, as well as paper sleeves and rubber bands depending on a plant's needs. Heat packs or insulated sleeves are available when temperatures drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShipping and Delivery\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease add the required \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eredymia.com\/products\/winter-plant-shipping-protection?variant=48957571399780\"\u003eWinter Shipping Protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when temperatures are at or below 50°F in the delivery area. Thank you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Plant Dropship","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Cow Pot","offer_id":48991921045604,"sku":"4_HOYA_LISA_POT_COW.POT","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0809\/2772\/files\/eredymia-hoya-lisa-leaf-detail.webp?v=1787786136"}],"url":"https:\/\/eredymia.com\/collections\/curiosities-of-the-realm.oembed","provider":"Eredymia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}