{"product_id":"ja-remusatia-hookeriana","title":"Remusatia hookeriana Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemusatia hookeriana\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare Himalayan aroid grown for its unusual foliage and distinctive flowers. This shade-loving plant produces metallic green leaves with purple undersides and unusual yellow pitcher-shaped blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt grows from small tubers and spreads through tiny “hitchhiker” bulbils that form along long stolons. This makes it an interesting plant for collectors and gardeners who enjoy propagating unusual species.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–40cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60cm over time\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuber size:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 2–2.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e yellow\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e shade or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eRemusatia hookeriana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemusatia hookeriana\u003c\/em\u003e belongs to the Arum family and grows naturally on mossy rocks and trees in Himalayan forests. It often behaves as an epiphyte in the wild, rooting into organic matter that collects on branches and rock crevices.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe plant produces fragrant yellow flowers before the foliage appears. These flowers have a narrow, pitcher-like shape typical of many aroids.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter flowering, striking leaves develop.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMetallic green upper surface\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep purple underside\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeart-shaped leaf form\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLike other species in the genus, it spreads by producing long stolons that carry small barbed bulbils. These attach easily to soil or nearby surfaces and grow into new plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon names include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHimalayan elephant ear\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHitchhiker elephant ear\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemusatia hookeriana\u003c\/em\u003e contributes to a diverse shade garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreates sheltered ground cover for insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports small invertebrates in shaded garden areas\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks well within wildlife-friendly woodland planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePair it with ferns and shade perennials to create layered habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow \u003cem\u003eRemusatia hookeriana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaded borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContainers in sheltered patios\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaded rock gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnder trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eMany UK gardeners grow it in pots so the tubers can be protected from winter cold.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant tubers in spring once frost risk has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse humus-rich compost mixed with leaf mould.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure good drainage while keeping soil consistently moist.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace in shade or dappled light.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater regularly during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReduce watering when the plant goes dormant.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLift and store tubers dry if severe frost is expected.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eCollect the small bulbils that fall from the plant. Place them on moist compost and they will quickly form new plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eRemusatia hookeriana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRare Himalayan foliage plant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMetallic leaves with purple undersides\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFragrant yellow aroid flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProduces many bulbils for propagation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent for shaded gardens and containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy unusual woodland plants, \u003cem\u003eRemusatia hookeriana\u003c\/em\u003e brings distinctive foliage and interesting growth habits to shaded parts of your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Tuber","offer_id":57516516966787,"sku":"JA-R2010","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Tubers","offer_id":57516516999555,"sku":"JA-R2010x10","price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Tubers","offer_id":57516517032323,"sku":"JA-R2010x100","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Hookeriana.jpg?v=1773069499","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-remusatia-hookeriana","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}