Acorus gramineus Argenteostriatus (Variegated Sweet Flag) - H30 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acorus gramineus frost-resistant? Yes, it is hardy down to -10°C and can stay outside all year round. Its foliage is evergreen — it remains decorative even in winter, unlike deciduous grasses. Light protection at the base can be helpful in regions with very harsh winters.
Why are the cream stripes on my Acorus fading? The contrast of the variegation fades due to lack of light. Move the plant closer to a bright light source — in full sun or strong indirect light, the cream stripes are much more pronounced and contrasted.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🌿 Fine leaves striped green and cream • 💧 Semi-aquatic — tolerates feet in water • ☀️ Sun to partial shade • ❄️ Hardy down to -10°C • 🌾 Evergreen foliage
Acorus gramineus 'Argenteostriatus', or Variegated Sweet Flag, is a semi-aquatic plant native to the wet regions of East Asia — Japan, China, Philippines. Its fine, arching leaves striped cream on a green background create a graphic and bright foliage reminiscent of a delicate grass. A persistent semi-aquatic plant, it tolerates both constantly moist substrate and feet in water. H30 cm | Pot Ø14 cm.
Hardy, easy to care for, evergreen foliage all year round. Discover it in our selection of plants for sunny balconies.
Exposure & Location
- Ideal exposure: sun to partial shade — bright light for well-contrasted variegated foliage.
- Tolerates: light partial shade.
- Avoid: deep shade which dulls the cream stripes.
- Hardiness: down to -10 °C — can stay outdoors year-round in most regions.
- Uses: pond edges, aquatic garden, humid terrarium, bright bathroom, windowsill.
The brighter the light, the more intense and contrasted the cream stripes. In partial shade, the foliage tends to turn slightly greener. Check our light and humidity guide to find the right spot.
Watering & Care
- Watering: regular to abundant — keep the substrate constantly moist.
- Semi-aquatic: can be grown with feet in water — place the pot in a saucer kept filled with water.
- Drainage: not essential — Acorus tolerates stagnant water unlike most plants.
- Fertilizer: diluted liquid green plant fertilizer, once a month in spring-summer.
- Pruning: remove dead or yellowing leaves at the base to maintain a compact shape.
Acorus is one of the few houseplants that tolerates a saucer permanently filled with water — an exception to the general drainage rule. See our care calendar for the right actions by season.
Decor Ideas & Plant Combinations
Its fine cream-striped foliage creates a decorative aquatic grass effect — light, elegant, and very graphic.
- At pond edges: with feet in water, it creates a persistent and very decorative plant border all year round.
- In humid terrariums: its compact habit and fine leaves make it ideal for jungle or aquatic terrariums.
- In combination: pair it with a Cyperus Zumula for a duo of semi-aquatic plants with very contrasting foliage — fine striped clumps against upright umbrella-like stems.
- Style: aquatic, zen, Japanese-inspired — its fine leaves recall grasses from Japanese gardens.
Its evergreen foliage ensures decorative presence all year — even in winter when many plants are dormant. Find other original plants in our urban garden selection.
Verdeia Tips
- Always keep the substrate moist — unlike most plants, Acorus does not tolerate drought. A saucer kept filled with water is the simplest solution.
- Bright light for cream stripes — with insufficient light, the foliage gradually loses contrast. Move the plant closer to a light source if new leaves come out too green.
- Leave it outside in winter — hardy down to -10 °C, it does not need protection. Its evergreen foliage remains decorative even in the heart of winter. See our winter plant guide to prepare it well.
Technical Specifications
- Botanical name: Acorus gramineus 'Argenteostriatus'
- Common names: Variegated Sweet Flag, Dwarf Variegated Sweet Flag
- Family: Acoraceae
- Origin: wet regions of East Asia (Japan, China, Philippines)
- Approximate height: 30 cm
- Pot diameter: 14 cm
- Adult size: 30–40 cm
- Foliage: evergreen — green striped with cream
- Exposure: sun to partial shade
- Watering: regular to abundant — substrate constantly moist
- Hardiness: down to -10 °C
- Care: easy
- Toxicity to animals: toxic if ingested
- Decorative style: Aquatic / Zen / Japanese-inspired
- Special features: semi-aquatic — tolerates feet in water, evergreen foliage, hardy
Each plant is unique: photos show a representative example. The intensity of the cream stripes varies with light levels.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.