Botanical name – Caladium spp.
Common name – Angel Wings / Elephant Ears
Description – This is a interesting plant species as it comes in a huge range of colours, patterns and sizes. The beautiful leaves are an arrow shape which resemble angel wings.
Flower Colour – Cream inflorescence
Flower Period – Warmer months
Location – Indoors in a well lit, warm room. Outdoors in a protected, warm area.
Care – Keep moist but not too wet. Water when the top 5-10cm of soil has dried out. Fertilise with a controlled release fertiliser in spring and liquid fertilise in warmer months to keep the plant thriving. Monitor for pests e.g. Mealy Bug.
Mature height – 30-80cm H x 20-50cm W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
100mm – 15cm
200mm –30cm
**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:
Part Shade | |
Great Indoors | |
Low Watering |
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Ideal for Pots | |
Air Purifying | |
20-50cm Wide | |
30-80cm High |