Alocasia
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Alocasia Longiloba
Welcome to our guide to Alocasia Longiloba care, covering all you need to know about care and propagation… The key to caring for this plant is to give it moist soil, bright indirect light and constant high humidity. Alocasia Longiloba Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Keep them moist but not soaking wet. Check the soil once a week. Fertilizer: A balanced feed every 3 or 4 weeks in the warmer months. Soil: Rich and well draining (see: Alocasia Soil). Humidity: 60%-70%. Temperature: 18-25ºC (64-77ºF). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Both over and under watering. Introduction The Alocasia Longiloba…
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Alocasia Dark Star
Our ultimate guide to the alocasia dark star care and propagation... The key is to keep the soil moist but not soaking or dry and give them plenty of humidity, Alocasia Dark Star Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check once a week and water when top 30% of soil dry. Fertilizer: Feed a well diluted balanced feed once a month in the summer. Soil: A loose, well draining soil. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 18-25ºC (64-77ºF). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Under and over watering. Introduction Also known as the dark star elephant ear, the alocasia dark star…
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Alocasia Tiny Dancer
Welcome to our guide to alocasia tiny dancer care and propagation. The key to caring for an alocasia tiny dancer is to maintain a high humidity level and not over water it…. Alocasia Tiny Dancer Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top 25% of the soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer once a month in spring and summer. Soil: A well draining potting mix with 20% perlite. Humidity: 60-70%. Temperature: 18-25ºC (64-77ºF). Where to buy: Try one of these Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Crisping due to lack of humidity, pests on leaves. Introduction A thin stemmed, tiny leaved, delicate alocasia, the…
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Alocasia Lauterbachiana
In this guide you’ll learn all you need to know to care for your Alocasia Lauterbachiana, the main takeaway is to check the soil dryness once a week and to get the humidity right…. Alocasia Lauterbachiana Silver Sword Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check it once a week, water if top 25% of the soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer every month in Spring and Summer. Soil: A well-draining peat-based potting compost. Humidity: 70% Temperature: 18-25ºC (64-77ºF). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Over and under watering. Introduction Welcome to our guide to the Alocasia Lauterbachiana a.k.a. the…
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Alocasia Silver Dragon
In this article we’ll show you how to get the best out of your Alocasia Silver Dragon, covering care and propagation. The key is to keep it moist but not soaking wet or dry and maintain a high humidity level. Alocasia Silver Dragon Summary Light needs: Medium indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Let the top 30% of soil dry out before watering again. Fertilizer: Diluted balanced feed every month in summer. Soil: A loose, rich, well draining soil. Humidity: 60%-80%. Temperature: 15-27°C (59-81°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Yellow leaves, wilting due to under or overwatering. Introduction The Alocasia Silver Dragon aka…
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Alocasia Regal Shields
We cover all you need to know about the impressive alocasia regal shields, covering care and propaagtion… Alocasia Regal Shields Care Summary Light needs: Indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top 50% of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer every 3 weeks in spring and summer. Soil: A mix of orchid bark, potting compost and perlite in equal parts. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 15-30°C (59-86°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Overwatering and underwatering. Introduction The alocasia regal shields is known for its dark, shield shaped leaves. If you are after an ‘elephant ear’ type plant this is one that…
