Why choose a hydroponic plant?

Hydroponic cultivation offers many advantages over traditional soil growing:

• Ultra-simple care: no soil to manage, just maintain the water level.
• Clean and mess-free: no risk of spilling soil, perfect for offices and tidy spaces.
• Spectacular visual: admire the white roots growing in the clear water.
• Healthy growth: roots have direct access to water and nutrients.
• Fewer pests: absence of soil reduces the risk of fungus gnats and other pests.
• Ready to gift: elegant presentation in a designer glass jar.

Hydroponics is ideal for beginners, busy people, or those who travel often.

Exposure & placement

The Clusia in cylinder jar enjoys bright indirect light to Partial shade. Avoid direct sun which can overheat the water and burn the leaves.

• Exposure: Partial shade to bright indirect light, avoid direct sun.
• Ideal: office, shelf, bedside table, living room, kitchen, or bright bathroom.
• Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: none — hydroponic cultivation in water.

Verdeia tip: place the jar away from direct sunlight to prevent algae growth in the water.

Watering & care

• Water level: keep the water at about 1/3 of the jar's height, roots should not be completely submerged.
• Water change: change the water every 2-3 weeks with room temperature water.
• Water type: use filtered, rain, or tap water left to rest for 24h to eliminate chlorine.
• Fertilizer: add a few drops of diluted liquid green plant fertilizer during water changes (once a month).
• Cleaning: rinse the jar and roots gently during water changes to prevent algae.
• Leaves: gently dust the leaves with a damp cloth.

If the water becomes cloudy or green, change it immediately and clean the jar.

Decor ideas & uses

With its elegant cylindrical glass jar and spectacular visible roots, the Clusia in cylinder jar brings a touch of clean and contemporary nature to your decor.

• Desk: perfect for a zen and inspiring workspace.
• Shelf: creates an elegant and calming focal point.
• Bedside table: brings a touch of soothing nature to the bedroom.
• Gift: elegant presentation ready to give for any occasion.
• Composition: combines several hydroponic plants of different sizes for a spectacular effect.

The transparent glass jar allows you to admire the fascinating development of white roots in the water.

Verdeia Tips

• Ultra easy to maintain — perfect for beginners.
• No soil — clean and mess-free.
• Visible roots — a fascinating growth display.
• Change the water regularly — every 2-3 weeks.
• Avoid direct sun — risk of algae and water overheating.
• Use room temperature water — avoid thermal shocks.
• Add diluted fertilizer — once a month during water changes.
• Clean the jar regularly — to prevent algae and keep the water clear.
• Non-toxic for animals — safe for cats and dogs.
• Ready to gift — elegant presentation in a designer jar.
• Slow growth — patience needed to see the plant evolve.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Clusia rosea
• Common name: Clusia, Autograph tree
• Family: Clusiaceae
• Origin: tropical regions of Central and South America
• Dimensions on delivery: Ø12 × H30 cm (jar included)
• Type of cultivation: hydroponic (soil-free)
• Jar: transparent cylindrical glass
• Exposure: Partial shade to bright indirect light
• Watering: maintain water level, change every 2-3 weeks
• Care: ultra easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity for animals: non-toxic
• Decorative style: Modern / Minimalist / Clean
• Particularity: hydroponic cultivation, visible roots, ultra easy, ready to gift, non-toxic

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The size and shape of the roots naturally vary according to the plant's development.