{"product_id":"ceratostema-silvicola","title":"Ceratostema Silvicola","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pendent epiphytic shrub in the Ericaceae (blueberry family), described by Albert C. Smith in 1950 and endemic to the lower montane forests of Ecuador — the species name, from \u003cem\u003esilva\u003c\/em\u003e (forest), references its woodland habitat. It grows from a well-developed lignotuber with glossy emerald leaves, producing explosive clusters of neon-orange to crimson trumpet-shaped flowers that are magnets for hummingbirds, followed by translucent white berries. Best displayed where its pendant flowers can be appreciated; never remove spent peduncles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright dappled light (60-70% shade); gentle morning sun strengthens blooms, but shield from harsh afternoon rays which scorch the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open, acidic epiphytic mix of orchid bark and perlite, or mounted on cork or tree fern with sphagnum; excellent drainage essential. Use rainwater or reverse osmosis water to avoid mineral buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to warm — daytime 72-82°F with cooler nights of 64-72°F; never below 59°F. High humidity of 70-85% is essential, with good airflow to prevent mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate consistently moist; water when the surface feels slightly dry, allowing excess to drain completely. This species likes ample water but never soggy, stagnant conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed lightly with a low-pH ericaceous formula during active growth; sensitive to fertilizer salt buildup. Reduce in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PLANTAMANI","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":51163864826021,"sku":"04CERAsilvicola","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\" Large","offer_id":51163864858789,"sku":"04CERAsilvicola_XL","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/9602\/3205\/files\/PXL_20261112_022111907_1.png?v=1794456229","url":"https:\/\/plantamani.com\/products\/ceratostema-silvicola","provider":"Plantamani Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}