LOVA, LIFE ON LAVA

THE PLANT THAT DARES TO GROW ON LAVA.
Once upon a time, it emerged red hot – 700°C – from a volcano. Now there is a plant growing on the volcanic lava! A special natural combination. The plant ‘embraces’ the lava with its roots. The lava stone provides support, moisture and nutrients. And of course it’s a very decorative item to have at home.

LOVA IS EASY TO CARE FOR!
The plant draws water from the porous lava stone and the watertight decorative tray. Fill the tray 2/3rds full and ensure that there is always a layer of water in it, otherwise Lova will dry out. Tap water often contains lime, so the stone may turn white over time. It is thus best to use rainwater. Fertilising does not have to be done immediately. The plant initially extracts nutrients from the lava stone. From April to October give only a quarter of the recommended dose of liquid houseplant fertiliser when watering. Lova likes a bright place, but avoid direct noonday sun in the summer months.

LOVA DIVERSIFOLIUM

Lova Diversifolium grows with creeping rhizomes from which the new leaves emerge. Its common name of ‘Kangaroo paw fern’ derives from its origins in Australia and New Zealand. Older plants with long rhizomes can be freshened up and kept compact if desired. This is done by cutting back the longest rhizomes to 4 cm from the base. This keeps Lova Diversifolium bushy, compact and alive. Lova Diversifolium prefers a shady place at home. The minimum temperature for this plant is 15°C.

LOVA GREEN FLAME

Lova Punctatum grows slowly and continuously forms new, broad and shiny leaves. The leaves branch randomly and develop comb-shaped ends. The bright green Lova Punctatum contrasts well with the darker lava stone, producing a vivid appearance. Lova Punctatum prefers a semi-shaded place at home and will not tolerate direct sunlight. The minimum temperature for this plant is 15°C.

LOVA SCHEFFLERA

The young Lova Schefflera plants are cultivated in the Netherlands, but originally Scheffleras come from Australia. Lova Schefflera owes its common name ‘umbrella plant’ to its typical leaf shape. During its vertical growth, it continuously forms new, palmate leaves. If a Lova Schefflera gets too big, you can prune its branches by clipping the stem in the desired place just above a knob. Leave 3-4 knobs, so the plant has enough sites to grow shoots. Lova Schefflera likes a bright place, but it is also fine in a shady area. Try to avoid direct noonday sun. The minimum temperature for this plant is 15°C.