{"product_id":"curcuma-white","title":"Curcuma White","description":"\u003ch4\u003eSelling Size : Multiple Plant | Pot Included | Secure Packing \u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003eThat's a beautiful plant! The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/curcuma-white\/\"\u003eCurcuma White\u003c\/a\u003e a (often a variety of \u003ci\u003eCurcuma alismatifolia\u003c\/i\u003e, also known as Siam Tulip or Summer Tulip) is a stunning tropical plant from the ginger family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_i59h4ai59h4ai59h-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter.webp\" alt=\"Curcuma White\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Curcuma White \u003ch4\u003eHere is a comprehensive\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QQDkuEenAPs\"\u003e guide on how to care for your Curcuma White\u003c\/a\u003e :\u003c\/h4\u003e   \u003ch2\u003e🌸 Curcuma White Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e     \u003ch3\u003e☀️ Light\u003c\/h3\u003e   \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBright, Indirect Light:\u003c\/b\u003e Curcuma needs plenty of bright light to thrive and produce flowers. A location near a bright window (east or west-facing is often perfect) is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMorning Sun is Fine:\u003c\/b\u003e It can handle a couple of hours of direct morning sun, but protect it from intense, scorching midday or afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e   \u003ch3\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e   \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eActive Growth (Spring to Early Fall):\u003c\/b\u003e This plant loves consistent moisture while it is actively growing and flowering. The soil should be kept \u003cb\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/b\u003e but never soggy or waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels slightly dry to the touch.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDormancy (Late Fall\/Winter):\u003c\/b\u003e This is crucial. As the flowers and foliage start to yellow and die back, \u003cb\u003esignificantly reduce watering\u003c\/b\u003e. The plant is storing energy in its rhizome (tuber) for the next year. The soil should be kept mostly dry to prevent the rhizome from rotting during this dormant period.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/41q2uIJ0-kL-1.jpg\" alt=\"Curcuma White\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Curcuma White \u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Temperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e   \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarmth is Key:\u003c\/b\u003e Being a tropical plant, Curcuma prefers temperatures between 65∘F and 85∘F (18∘C and 29∘C) during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh Humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e It loves high humidity. You can increase humidity by misting daily, using a pebble tray with water, or placing it near a humidifier.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid Cold:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep it away from cold drafts, especially as it enters dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e   \u003ch3\u003e🪴 Soil \u0026amp; Fertilizer\u003c\/h3\u003e   \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWell-Draining Soil:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a rich, well-draining potting mix. A standard houseplant mix amended with some compost or organic matter is a good choice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed regularly during the active growing and blooming season (spring and summer), typically every 2-4 weeks, with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer. \u003cb\u003eStop fertilizing completely\u003c\/b\u003e once the plant enters dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/5e2b9ca1-9af8-412e-886b-6eebe0987255-Photoroom-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp\" alt=\"Curcuma White\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Curcuma White \u003ch3\u003e😴 The Dormancy Cycle\u003c\/h3\u003e   The most important part of Curcuma care is managing its winter dormancy: \u003col start=\"1\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSigns of Dormancy (Late Fall\/Early Winter):\u003c\/b\u003e The leaves and flower stalks will start to turn yellow and brown and eventually die back. This is normal and \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e a sign of poor health.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDormancy Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Once the foliage has died down, you can cut the remaining stalks close to the soil line. Move the pot to a cool, dark, and dry location (like a garage or basement) where the temperature stays above freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMinimal Water:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not water the dormant pot unless the soil becomes bone dry, just to prevent the rhizomes from completely desiccating.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWaking Up (Late Spring):\u003c\/b\u003e In late spring or early summer, bring the pot back to a warm, bright location and resume regular watering. New shoots will emerge from the rhizome to start the new growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  ","brand":"Jiffy Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51704760009006,"sku":"JP-curcuma-white","price":249.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/1091\/4606\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_i59h4ai59h4ai59h-ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter.webp?v=1770149663","url":"https:\/\/foliages.in\/products\/curcuma-white","provider":"Foliages.in","version":"1.0","type":"link"}