Aphelandra squarrosa

zebra plant

Eventual height & spread

Aphelandra squarrosa

zebra plant

  • with 13.5cm blue glazed pot
  • £22.98
  • available to order from late spring
  • 13cm pot | 30cm tall
  • £16.99
  • available to order from late spring
  • with 13.5cm mustard glazed pot
  • £22.98
  • available to order from late spring
  • with 13.5cm white glazed pot
  • £26.98
  • available to order from late spring
  • with 13.5cm olive glazed pot
  • £26.98
  • available to order from late spring
Delivery options
  • Standard £5.95
  • Position: Bright but indirect light
  • Soil: Peat-free, general-purpose potting compost
  • Rate of growth: Average
  • Hardiness: Tender (indoors only)
  • Current height: Approximately 30cm (+ or - 10% including the pot)
  • Pot cover: Choose a 14cm pot cover to give a good fit over the pot


A petite evergreen tropical shrub renowned for its striking allure as a houseplant. Its elongated ovate leaves, up to 22cm (9in) in length, exhibit a striking dark green hue intricately veined with prominent white lines, evoking an elegant zebra-like pattern. While occasionally producing terminal spikes of waxy-yellow flowers that last for approximately six weeks, it's the captivating foliage that truly distinguishes this plant. Aphelandra squarrosa is a splendid, non-toxic ornamental addition to a jungle-themed conservatory or any warm, well lit and humid interior space.

Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (unless selected), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.


  • Home care:
    This plant needs warmth and humidity. If you have a warm, light bathroom that could be perfect. Otherwise stand the pot on a tray of damp pebbles to try and keep the humidity levels up and/or mist regularly. Keep the temperature at a minimum of 16°C, warmer if possible. Water regularly in the summer, reducing through the winter, and feed with a liquid fertiliser in spring/summer every 3-4 weeks.