Botanical name – Alocasia amazonica
Common name – Elephant’s Ear
Description – A striking tropical plant with deep purple glossy leaves accentuated by white margins and veins.
Location – Can be used outdoors in morning sun or a very brightly light indoor position. Requires a warm humid location all year.
Care – Use a premium well drained potting mix with perlite and allow the soil to partially dry out before watering and almost completely dry out in winter while its dormant. Use a liquid fertiliser monthly during the warmer months.
Mature height – .9m H x .6m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
100mm – 15 cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
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Part Shade |
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Great Indoors |
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Moderate Watering |
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Ideal for Pots |
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Air Purifying |
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60 cm Wide |
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90 cm High |