{"product_id":"alocasia-longiloba-purple-mother","title":"Alocasia Longiloba Purple Mother","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia Longiloba Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and visually arresting species that sets itself apart from the typical Alocasia palette. Its elongated, lance-shaped leaves carry a deep blue-green surface with a distinctive silvery sheen along the midrib and primary veins — but it is the underside that truly distinguishes this cultivar: a rich, dusky purple that intensifies with maturity and strong indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Longiloba is a species with presence. Its upright, architectural growth habit and unusually long leaf blades give it a sculptural quality that reads as both tropical and refined. The purple form is a select variant, sought after by collectors for the depth of color it develops as the plant matures — a quality that rewards patience and attentive care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the collector who wants something beyond the expected — a plant with structure, rarity, and a color story that unfolds over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Bright, indirect light — enhances purple coloration on the leaf underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: Thrives at 60%+ humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-draining aroid mix with good aeration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Keep above 60°F (15°C); sensitive to cold drafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSold as a rooted plant. Each specimen is unique — leaf size and coloration will vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leaf and Reef","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47762316591275,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/5617\/6299\/files\/D2BE16E2-7290-4E23-BD5F-D109A4BE215A.jpg?v=1788808495","url":"https:\/\/leafandreefplants.com\/products\/alocasia-longiloba-purple-mother","provider":"Leaf and Reef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}