Botanical Profile
Cercestis mirabilis is a tropical climbing aroid in the Araceae family, recognized for its patterned juvenile foliage.
Scientific Name
Cercestis mirabilis (N.E.Br.) Bogner; family: Araceae. Previously classified under the genus Philodendron in older collections.
Local Name
Often referred to in Indonesia as “Cercestis Silver” or “Aroid Beludru Afrika.”
Native Habitat
Native to tropical West and Central African rainforests with high humidity, warm temperatures, and shaded understory conditions.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate to Difficult. Seeds require fresh sowing, high humidity, and stable warmth for successful germination.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 3–8 weeks under controlled tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Bright indirect light, high humidity (70%+), airy organic substrate, and temperatures between 22–30°C.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its striking silver-patterned juvenile leaves and rarity in cultivation.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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