Species Name: Alocasia spp.
Common Name(s): Elephant's ear and Taro
Defining Characteristics:
Recommended Pot Size: Small - Extra Large
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Temperature Requirement (°F): 65-85°
Humidity: 40-70%
Watering Frequency: Water regularly. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again.
Lighting: Bright, indirect light
Soil Type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil
Growth Rate: Moderate
Height at Maturity: 1 to 6 ft. (varies by species)
Origin: Asia and eastern Australia
Regional Locality: Native to tropical and subtropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:
Care Notes: It’s good to let the top inch of soil dry between waterings, but alocasia do not respond well to their soil completely drying out. Don't let this plant dry out too much, or a dormancy period will be activated.
Alocasias grow from corms, a swollen stem base similar to a bulb. A plant will produce its own corms in the dirt within its roots. It can start to grow new plants on its own from these corms sometimes. You can also collect the corms when repotting and pot them up on their own to start a new plant.
*Alocasias are mildly toxic to both humans and pets as all parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals. We deem this plant safe for use with the above animals, but the more risk-averse may wish to avoid it
For more information please visits the ASPCA list of Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants.
Shipping Notes: Generous LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.
As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.
ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.
Standard pot sizes for Josh's Frogs plants typically range from 1.25-3.5 inches.
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