{"product_id":"clusia-rosea-white-star","title":"Clusia rosea 'White Star' (Variegated signature tree) H95 cm | Pot Ø24 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"clusia-rosea-white-star\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Thick leaves variegated green and creamy white • ✍️ Nicknamed “signature tree” • ☀️ Bright light to partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 💎 Very resistant to dry air • 📏 H95 cm | Pot Ø24 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eClusia rosea 'White Star'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called \u003cem\u003eVariegated Signature Tree\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eAutograph tree\u003c\/em\u003e, displays large, thick, fleshy, and shiny leaves beautifully variegated with deep green and creamy white. A horticultural cultivar derived from parent species of the \u003cstrong\u003eCaribbean tropical forests\u003c\/strong\u003e, this spectacular variety ranks among the most resilient and graphic \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-tropicales\"\u003eindoor tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e in the catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts most surprising feature: its thick, almost waxy leaves have earned it the nickname “signature tree,” because marks made with a sharp object remain visible for a long time, almost permanently. The 'White Star' cultivar differs from the classic Clusia rosea by its broad, irregular creamy variegation that turns each leaf into a unique pattern. Its semi-succulent nature makes it exceptionally tolerant to drought and the dry air of heated interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026 Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Clusia 'White Star' prefers bright indirect light to maintain the intensity of its creamy variegation. It tolerates partial shade but produces more uniformly green leaves there. It even withstands filtered full sun, unlike most variegated tropicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to partial shade — sheer curtain window facing east, west, or south with filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e living room, veranda, bright entrance, office — also suitable for heated rooms with dry air thanks to its fleshy leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 27 °C — minimum 15 °C in winter, sensitive to cold drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e well-draining — mix of potting soil for green plants and perlite or coarse sand to mimic its semi-rocky native habitat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe more generous the light, the more pronounced and bright the creamy variegation will be — this is the ideal plant for well-lit spots where uniform green foliage lacks contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Clusia behaves almost like a succulent: its thick leaves store water and it strongly prefers dryness over excess moisture. Overwatering is among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/10-erreurs-courantes-avec-les-plantes-dinterieur-et-comment-les-eviter\"\u003emost common mistakes\u003c\/a\u003e with this species and quickly causes root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let the root ball dry out at least 3 to 4 cm deep between waterings, about every 10 to 14 days in summer, spaced to every 3 weeks in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — pot with drainage holes, clay pebbles at the bottom, saucer always emptied after watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e very tolerant — withstands dry air of heated interiors without needing misting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid fertilizer for green plants diluted by half, once a month from March to September only, never in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e dust the shiny leaves with a soft damp cloth once a month to preserve the natural leaf shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot — Clusia likes to feel a bit cramped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf in doubt about watering needs, wait a few extra days — Clusia tolerates a few days of dryness very well but quickly declines if the substrate is waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor Ideas \u0026 Plant Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eWith its large fleshy leaves variegated green and cream, the Clusia 'White Star' stands out as an architectural centerpiece on the floor or on a large low piece of furniture. To \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/creer-un-coin-detente-vegetal-chez-soi-inspirations-et-astuces\"\u003ecreate a relaxing green corner\u003c\/a\u003e, it pairs well with other tropicals with contrasting silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a duo of creamy variegations,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aglaonema-white-joy-d12-h35\"\u003eAglaonema 'White Joy'\u003c\/a\u003e with soft white and green variegated foliage — two different scales of creamy variegation that harmonize in a bright monochrome dialogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a contrast of graphic foliage,\u003c\/strong\u003e surround it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-elastica-robusta\"\u003eFicus elastica 'Robusta'\u003c\/a\u003e with glossy dark green oval leaves — the dark green mass of the rubber plant highlights the bright variegation of the Clusia in a theatrical tropical duo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo structure an architectural tropical scene,\u003c\/strong\u003e add a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/strelitzia-nicolai\"\u003eStrelitzia Nicolai\u003c\/a\u003e with large paddle-shaped leaves — the slender form of the Strelitzia towers over the compact silhouette of the Clusia in a vertical tree-like composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo enhance the creamy palette,\u003c\/strong\u003e slip the pot into a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/panier-selin-naturel\"\u003enatural Selin basket\u003c\/a\u003e made of braided fibers — the ivory tone of the basket directly complements the cream variegation and creates a warm bohemian atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe Clusia 'White Star' works especially well as a solitary centerpiece on the floor near a sofa or bay window, where its fleshy leaves catch and reflect light like no other tropical plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFavor dryness over excess water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusia stores water in its fleshy leaves and tolerates a few days of neglect much better than overwatering. When in doubt, wait two to three extra days before watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximize light for variegation:\u003c\/strong\u003e place the Clusia very close to a light source. The more intense the light received, the more the new leaves will develop the characteristic bright and marked creamy variegation of the variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlay with its nickname as signature tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusia’s thick leaves retain marks made with a sharp object for a long time. It’s an ideal memory plant to engrave a date, a name, or a special event to celebrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eClusia rosea\u003c\/em\u003e 'White Star'\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated Signature Tree, Autograph tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusiaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e horticultural cultivar, parent species native to Caribbean tropical forests\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions at delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e H95 cm | Pot Ø24 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 to 2.5 meters indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to partial shade, tolerates filtered sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, semi-succulent, allow to dry well between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e very tolerant of dry air\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e very well-draining, mix of potting soil and perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e slow to moderate, compact shrubby habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e evergreen, broad and thick, rounded oval, shiny deep green widely variegated with creamy white\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e very easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic if ingested, milky sap irritating on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Architectural \/ Contemporary\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The extent and distribution of the creamy variegation naturally vary from one specimen to another and from leaf to leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333252460809,"sku":"12628","price":223.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/clusia-rosea-white-star-arbre-signature-panache-h95-cm-pot-oe24-cm-verdeia-4970990.jpg?v=1782844235","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/clusia-rosea-estrella-blanca-1","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}