{"product_id":"red-rattan-stephania-erecta-the-strongest-houseplant-for-lazy-people","title":"Stephania Erecta Plant Tubers, Caudex Bonsai Plant, Low Maintenance Houseplant, Indoor Plants","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStephania Erecta Plant Tubers, Low Maintenance Houseplant and Caudex Bonsai Plant for Indoor Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering stops being a chore:\u003c\/strong\u003e the water-retaining root of this low maintenance houseplant needs water only every 1-2 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA beginner can grow it:\u003c\/strong\u003e this Stephania Erecta plant is easy to grow and care for, even on a busy schedule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimmer rooms are fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e it likes moderate light and copes happily when a room offers less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA missed watering is forgiven:\u003c\/strong\u003e light neglect is tolerated, so busy weeks do not harm your indoor plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou know what the cooler months need:\u003c\/strong\u003e the bonsai plant may go dormant, and then you simply water far less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou want a plant that makes your home look special without fussing over it every day. Stephania Erecta, the Sukhothai turtle plant, is a unique and easy-care houseplant that brings charm and greenery to homes, offices and garden lovers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced plant owner, it is easy to grow and its water-storing root makes it less demanding when it comes to watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1269\/3028\/files\/6987e237143f0d52e82ba28b536ee908.gif\" alt=\"Caudex Bonsai Plant, Low Maintenance Houseplant – image 11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA distinctive round caudex and a thick root make this caudex plant an eye-catching bonsai plant. It thrives in moderate light and prefers a warm indoor environment. As a tuber plant it is sold as 3, 5 or 10 tubers, ideal for houseplant lovers, bonsai enthusiasts and home decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"vp-compare\" style=\"margin:28px 0;max-width:680px;border:1px solid #e3e3e3;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;background:#fff\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 16px;background:#2c374d;color:#fff;line-height:1.3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:17px\"\u003eWhy choose Worfa\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;opacity:.85;margin-top:2px\"\u003eStephania Erecta Tubers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;max-width:none;margin:0;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;line-height:1.3;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#eef5f7\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left !important;padding:10px 16px;font-weight:600;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.06em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth 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#ececec\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:22px;height:22px;border-radius:50%;border:2px solid #2e9e4f;color:#2e9e4f;font-size:13px;line-height:22px;font-weight:700;text-align:center\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:24%;padding:10px 4px;text-align:center !important;vertical-align:middle;border-top:1px solid #ececec;color:#7a7a7a;font-size:12px;line-height:1.25\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%;text-align:center\"\u003eThirstier\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-top:1px solid #ececec;vertical-align:middle;text-align:left !important\"\u003eTolerates light neglect in busy weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:14%;padding:10px 4px;text-align:center 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4px;text-align:center !important;vertical-align:middle;border-top:1px solid #ececec\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:22px;height:22px;border-radius:50%;border:2px solid #2e9e4f;color:#2e9e4f;font-size:13px;line-height:22px;font-weight:700;text-align:center\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:24%;padding:10px 4px;text-align:center !important;vertical-align:middle;border-top:1px solid #ececec;color:#7a7a7a;font-size:12px;line-height:1.25\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%;text-align:center\"\u003eVaries\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-top:1px solid #ececec;vertical-align:middle;text-align:left !important\"\u003eHandles moderate light, even less light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:14%;padding:10px 4px;text-align:center !important;vertical-align:middle;border-top:1px solid #ececec\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:22px;height:22px;border-radius:50%;border:2px solid #2e9e4f;color:#2e9e4f;font-size:13px;line-height:22px;font-weight:700;text-align:center\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:24%;padding:10px 4px;text-align:center !important;vertical-align:middle;border-top:1px solid #ececec;color:#7a7a7a;font-size:12px;line-height:1.25\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%;text-align:center\"\u003eVaries\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 16px;border-top:1px solid #ececec;vertical-align:middle;text-align:left !important\"\u003eSold as 3, 5 or 10 tubers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd 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returns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:14%;padding:10px 4px;text-align:center !important;vertical-align:middle;border-top:1px solid #ececec\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:22px;height:22px;border-radius:50%;border:2px solid #2e9e4f;color:#2e9e4f;font-size:13px;line-height:22px;font-weight:700;text-align:center\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:24%;padding:10px 4px;text-align:center !important;vertical-align:middle;border-top:1px solid #ececec;color:#7a7a7a;font-size:12px;line-height:1.25\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;width:100%;text-align:center\"\u003eVaries\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eHere is what to know about growing this plant:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is Stephania Erecta, which growers also call the Sukhothai Turtle Plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e A root plant with a caudex, grown as a bonsai.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant comes from Thailand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light suits it best, and direct sunlight is best avoided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Rhythm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water about every two weeks to head off root rot, which suits beginners with busy schedules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave the root caudex exposed and set only about 1\/3 of the root in the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light neglect is tolerated, though overwatering during dormancy in the cooler months should be avoided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick well-drained soil, keep the caudex above the soil surface and never bury the root completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Storing Root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thanks to the root that stores water, frequent watering is not needed: every 1-2 weeks is enough, since too much water can lead to root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shady spot with indirect, bright light is right, because direct sun can burn the leaves and damage the caudex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm indoor environment is preferred, and in the cooler months the plant may go dormant, which is the time to cut watering back a lot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModerate Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e It enjoys moderate light yet copes with less, but strong afternoon sun can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Dry Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the soil is completely dry, give it a thorough soak; during the growing season every two weeks is plenty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDormant Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e In cooler months it can go dormant and needs little water, so keep the soil dry to avoid root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShowpiece Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e A thick root topped by a round caudex gives this eye-catching bonsai plant a distinctive look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Retaining Root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the root retains water, the plant is less demanding about watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1269\/3028\/files\/f212e92e3f9f8d383b2dd9f1df678791.png\" alt=\"Stephania Erecta Plant Tubers – image 12\" style=\"display:block;margin-bottom:24px\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephania Erecta, Sukhothai Turtle Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root Plant (Caudex), Bonsai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 1-2 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Houseplant lovers, bonsai enthusiasts, home decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 tubers, 5 tubers or 10 tubers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1269\/3028\/files\/714397c4b9cb79b23772316c4324913a.webp\" alt=\"Stephania Erecta Plant Tubers, Caudex Bonsai Plant – image 13\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eStephania Erecta caudex tubers, sold as 3, 5 or 10 tubers\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1269\/3028\/files\/ad03f0c7f83bb906bcb8f2ddc7ffe523.png\" alt=\"Stephania Erecta Plant Tubers, Low Maintenance Houseplant – image 14\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant the Stephania Erecta so the caudex sits above the soil surface and the root is not buried completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpose the root caudex and put about 1\/3 of the root in the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet it in a shady spot with indirect, bright light and keep it out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the soil is completely dry, water thoroughly, about every 1-2 weeks, and avoid overwatering so the root does not rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf it goes dormant in the cooler months, cut watering back sharply and keep the soil dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1269\/3028\/files\/bc91830dbb8a587ea05628aa10b2707f.png\" alt=\"Stephania Erecta Plant Tubers, Indoor Plants – image 15\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe round, thick caudex looks like a turtle shell, an original, natural decoration for your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a low maintenance pick for plant beginners, and it works well in apartments and office spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of nature to your space with a plant that lifts your mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1269\/3028\/files\/img-001.png\" alt=\"Caudex Bonsai Plant – image 16\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"vp-fit\" style=\"margin:28px 0;border:1px solid #e3e3e3;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;background:#fff\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:16px;color:#2c374d;margin-bottom:10px\"\u003eRight for you if\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style:none;margin:0;padding:0;font-size:15px;line-height:1.4\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;margin:0 0 9px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;width:22px;height:22px;border-radius:50%;border:2px solid #2e9e4f;color:#2e9e4f;font-size:13px;line-height:22px;text-align:center;font-weight:700\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are new to plants — it is easy to grow and care for, and perfect for beginners with busy 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solid #2e9e4f;color:#2e9e4f;font-size:13px;line-height:22px;text-align:center;font-weight:700\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou love bonsai and home decor — the round caudex looks like a turtle shell\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#2c374d\"\u003eIf two or more of these sound like you, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How often should I water Stephania Erecta plant tubers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Water thoroughly every 1-2 weeks, once the soil is completely dry. In cooler months the plant may go dormant, so water much less.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much light do indoor plants like this need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It likes moderate light and can tolerate less. Keep it out of direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I plant the caudex?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Use well-drained soil, keep the caudex above the soil surface and place about 1\/3 of the root in the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it a good easy care houseplant for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Its water-storing root makes it less demanding, and light neglect is tolerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is it sold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: As 3, 5 or 10 tubers. 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