{"product_id":"drimiopsis-maculata","title":"Drimiopsis maculata (Syn. Ledebouria petiolata) Spotted African Bulb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrimiopsis maculata\u003c\/em\u003e is a hardy bulb-forming perennial grown for its broad green leaves covered in irregular dark spots. Mature plants develop prominent bulbs at the surface of the pot and produce tall flower spikes carrying clusters of small greenish-white flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is also classified as \u003cem\u003eLedebouria petiolata\u003c\/em\u003e. The established plant shown has a large exposed bulb, spotted foliage, an offset and a developing flower spike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Supplied\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive an established plant similar in size and presentation to the plant photographed. Plants are not guaranteed to arrive with an active flower spike, as flowers may naturally finish before delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bulb naturally sits partly above the surface of the potting mix. This is normal and should not be covered deeply when repotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light, morning sun or a sheltered semi-shaded position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly during active growth, then allow the upper layer of potting mix to dry before watering again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growth may slow and some or all leaves may die back during cooler or drier periods. Reduce watering until new growth begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect from frost and prolonged cold, wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a free-draining potting mix suitable for bulbs and succulents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertiliser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted balanced fertiliser during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDrimiopsis maculata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccepted alternative name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLedebouria petiolata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spotted African Bulb, African False Hosta and Little White Soldiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulb-forming and clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad green leaves with irregular dark markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small greenish-white flowers carried on an upright spike\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces offsets around the main bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and southern Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeaf markings can vary with the season, light levels and maturity. New leaves are often more strongly spotted than older foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lodge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67754519232800,"sku":"S225","price":24.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/20261014_105628.jpg?v=1791936135","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/drimiopsis-maculata","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}