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Alocasia plants make a statement with their bold, arrow-head shaped leaves and tall stems. Some Alocasia plants can grow to be 8-10 feet tall!.
How long does it take for Alocasia to grow big?
Just like Colocasia plants, well-watered Alocasia elephant ears will start to sprout in a period of about three to eight weeks whether they are planted indoors or out. Also like Colocasia, they’ll rest for a few months between growing cycles, losing leaves before growing speedily in the warm seasons.
How big do Alocasia elephant ears get?
Resembling the ears of an elephant, lustrous, brilliant green, paddle-shaped leaves are borne on strong stems. Large, they can reach 2 ft. in length (60 cm) and 1 ft. in width (30 cm).
How big do Alocasia leaves get?
If grown under the right conditions some Alocasia are able to get to four metres tall which makes them a fantastic floor piece for any room. Their leaves can grow up to twenty inches. Couple that with their appearance and this makes for a very dramatic looking plant.
Is Alocasia an indoor plant?
Alocasia thrives in a moist environment and needs plenty of water during active growth. This is a plant that definitely needs a pebble tray beneath it. Your Alocasia indoor planting should be well lit with bright, but diffuse light. Direct sunlight will burn the leaves.
How long do Alocasia plants live?
An average of 1-2 years in an apartment. Under optimal conditions, in the greenhouse – up to 15 years. It is a heat-loving plant.
Can Alocasia grow big?
Most Alocasias will grow huge even in a small pot. I would only re-pot if you feel the plant is becoming too top heavy and it is already nicely root bound. Increase the pot size by one to two inches.
Can I put my Alocasia outside?
They can be grown outdoors year-round in Zones 10 and 11; in chillier climates, they can overwinter indoors when temperatures drop, either as potted plants or stored as bulblike tubers to replant the following growing season.
Is Alocasia easy to care for?
Like all indoor plants, it is easier to care for the Alocasia when you understand more about its origin. These fast-growing houseplants can push out new leaves almost weekly when they are actively growing.
Can elephant ears live indoors?
Upright elephant ears (Alocasia) can be brought indoors and grown as houseplants. Keep the plants in bright, indirect light and keep the soil consistently moist, not wet.
Is elephant ear same as Alocasia?
Elephant ears belong to two related groups of plants, Colocasia and Alocasia. Both types can be grown in the garden or as houseplants, though colocasias are more often planted outdoors (they’re generally larger) and alocasias are a bit more common as houseplants.
When should I repot Alocasia?
Spring or summer is the ideal time to repot as the plant is at its strongest. For larger floor plants, we suggest repotting every 18-24 months. Typically you want to choose a potting vessel 2”- 4” larger in diameter to allow for growth.
How often should I water Alocasia?
Alocasia Polly enjoy weekly watering sessions and frequent misting, keeping their soil moist but not wet. In winter, we recommend allowing the top 2′ of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent overwatering and root rot.
How do you care for Alocasia indoors?
Your Alocasia enjoys the warmth, preferably between 65–85 degrees, so maintain indoor temperatures above 60 degrees. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes. Feed once a month during the spring and summer with a liquid fertilizer for indoor plants such as our All Purpose Fertilizer (20-20-20).
How many leaves can an Alocasia have?
This won’t last forever, and with time, you’ll notice that your Alocasia will likely start to hold on to more leaves at a time. I will note however, variegated Alocasias (in my experience and those of others) seem to only hold a max of 4 to 5 leaves at any one time.
What kind of soil does Alocasia need?
How to Grow & Care for Elephant’s Ear (Alocasia) Common Name Alocasia, elephant ear Soil Type Loose, well-draining potting mix or crumbly loam Soil pH Slightly acidic (5.5 to 6.5) Bloom Time Spring and summer Flower Color Light butter-yellow (flowers are not showy).
Do Alocasia like rain?
These plants LOVE their water and do not take neglect very kindly. Except in the winter time, you’ll want to keep this plant pretty evenly moist. In the winter, I let the top of the soil dry out a little before I water again. But don’t let your Alocasia amazonica get TOTALLY dry otherwise it will start to go dormant.
Do I cut off yellow leaves?
Generally, it’s safe to remove a few yellowed leaves from your plant. Removing yellow leaves keeps your plant looking healthy and your garden looking green. Removing yellow leaves can also reduce the risk of disease, which can develop more quickly on decaying leaves rather than healthy ones.
Should I cut off Alocasia flower?
Remove Spent Blossoms Cut off the hooded blooms that can emerge at the center of the plant with hand pruners — if they occur — as they fade so the plant puts more energy into new foliage growth. Alocasia’s green flowers bloom in the spring and summer.
Are Alocasia difficult?
Under ideal circumstances there would probably be more Alocasia fans. The problem with these houseplants, is that they can be quite difficult to keep alive as it won’t accept sub standard care or incorrect conditions for very long.
