Dischidia Platyphylla - Shingle Plant house-made 'Imperial Red' is surprisingly straightforward

'Imperial Red' is surprisingly straightforward to care for when given warmth

Alocasia 'Imperial Red' is a bold tropical houseplant prized for its dramatic upright foliage and rich burgundy stems

Hot tips: These are hungry plants

sheltered spot

humidity and bright indirect light

Dischidia Platyphylla - Shingle Plant house-made 'Imperial Red' is surprisingly straightforwardDischidia platyphylla is a beautifully unusual trailing epiphyte known for its flat, overlapping leaves that cling closely to surfaces like shingles on a roof. Soft green, subtly textured, and quietly architectural, this plant brings a calm, rainforest feel without demanding the spotlight. Its especially stunning when grown trailing from a shelf or mounted on bark, where its natural growth habit really shines. A favourite among collectors who love