{"product_id":"episcia-cupreata-flame-violet-pink-panther","title":"Episcia cupreata, Flame Violet, 'Pink Panther'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: Episcia will change foliage colors due to light and environmental conditions. We grow in lower light and colors will be darker. High light will bring out the distinctive colors more.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpiscia cupreata ‘Pink Panther’ – A Bold Beauty with Velvet Leaves and Fiery Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re dreaming of a houseplant that combines \u003cstrong\u003elush texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003evibrant color\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003ebit of wild personality\u003c\/strong\u003e, you’ll fall for \u003cstrong\u003eEpiscia cupreata ‘Pink Panther’\u003c\/strong\u003e. This variety of the beloved \u003cem\u003eFlame Violet\u003c\/em\u003e isn’t just another trailing tropical—it’s a head-turning plant with \u003cstrong\u003edeep bronze-to-pink foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ehot pink to red blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e that pop like little bursts of color among the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Pink Panther’ is perfect for small spaces, shelves, terrariums, and hanging baskets. Its soft, velvety leaves and vivid flowers bring a dramatic yet playful energy to any room. And the best part? It’s low-maintenance and easy to grow—even for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s explore how to bring out the best in this vibrant trailing houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Episcia ‘Pink Panther’?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Pink Panther’ earns its name with flair. Its \u003cstrong\u003edark olive to bronzy leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e are washed with \u003cstrong\u003erosy-pink undertones\u003c\/strong\u003e, sometimes appearing almost metallic in the light. The leaves are soft and fuzzy—like velvet to the touch—and make a beautiful backdrop for the \u003cstrong\u003ebright pink to coral-red flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e that appear throughout the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant grows in a \u003cstrong\u003elow, spreading habit\u003c\/strong\u003e, sending out vines and “babies” on runners. Over time, it forms a lush mat of foliage and blooms—perfect for spilling over pots or filling in the base of a terrarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight Requirements: Bright but Indirect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Pink Panther’ loves \u003cstrong\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e, but not harsh sun. 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Think “evenly damp,” like a wrung-out sponge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater when the top \u003cstrong\u003e½ inch of soil feels dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eroom-temperature water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater gently to avoid splashing the leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrain well—\u003cstrong\u003enever let it sit in water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn warmer months, you may water 2–3 times a week. In cooler seasons, reduce watering and always check the soil first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity and Temperature: A Tropical Must\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpiscia ‘Pink Panther’ is native to humid rainforests, and it thrives in \u003cstrong\u003ewarm, moist conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dry air or chilly temps can damage this sensitive beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60%–80% is ideal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 65°F to 80°F (18°C–27°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid temps below 55°F and keep away from AC vents or drafty windows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to boost humidity? 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Terracotta or ceramic pots work well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilizer: Feed Gently for Lush Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little food helps keep your plant blooming and growing strong—but go easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced liquid houseplant fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e, diluted to \u003cstrong\u003e¼–½ strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed every \u003cstrong\u003e2–4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e during spring and summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo need to fertilize in winter when growth slows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo much fertilizer can cause leaf burn or reduce blooming. Watch for signs like browning tips or overly fast, weak growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowth Habit: Creeping, Spreading, and Trailing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Pink Panther’ is a \u003cstrong\u003ecreeping or trailing plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfect for hanging baskets, shelves, or the front of a mixed planter. It spreads by \u003cstrong\u003estolons (runners)\u003c\/strong\u003e that produce baby plants along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to keep it tidy and full?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePinch back the growing tips\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage branching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLet it trail\u003c\/strong\u003e for a cascading effect, or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant runners\u003c\/strong\u003e into nearby pots or sections of the same container\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts elegant vines and vibrant leaves create a soft, layered look that feels lush and full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlowering: Little Flames All Season Long\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it’s happy, ‘Pink Panther’ produces \u003cstrong\u003ebright pink or coral-red trumpet-shaped flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e on short stems above the leaves. 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