Alocasia
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Alocasia Macrorrhiza Care
Alocasia macrorrhiza care is all about high humidity and checking the soil weekly to see if it needs watering… Alocasia Macrorrhiza Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Water it if the top inch or 2 cm of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced plant feed once a month in the summer months. Soil: Check the soil once a week, water if top 50% is dry. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 15-30°C (59-86°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Over and underwatering. Introduction The alocasia macrorrhiza aka the giant taro is a gigantic-leaved monster of a plant! It is originally from the Pacific islands,…
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Alocasia Chantrieri
Welcome to our guide to Alocasia Chantrieri care, all you need to know to care and propagate this plant, including soil, water, light and humidity. Alocasia Chantrieri Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly and water when top 40% of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A well diluted balanced feed every 3 or 4 weeks in spring and summer. Soil: A mix of potting compost, perlite, orchid bark is ideal (Alocasia Soil). Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 18-25ºC (64-77ºF). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Over and underwatering, and lack of humidity. Introduction Known for it’s almost crocodile skin, shield-shaped leaves, the Alocasia…
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Alocasia Calidora
Welcome to our guide to the Alocasia Calidora all to you need to know about care and propagation… Alocasia Calidora Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check soil weekly, only water if dry all the way down. Fertilizer: Well diluted balanced feed monthly in spring and summer. Soil: A rich and chunky, well draining soil (Alocasia Soil). Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 15-27°C (59-81°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Calidora Elephant Ear. Common issues: Overwatering. Introduction The calidora is an elephant ear plant known for its huge leaves. They can grow huge, to much bigger than a person. See also: Alocasia Soil,…
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Alocasia Soil
Introduction We run down how to mix your own alocasia soil, and what commercial composts are suitable, as well as some frequently asked questions. In general you want a chunky, well draining mix. Tip: we recommend Etsy for buying plants. Look for the best rated seller you can, and try to buy as close to your home as possible so the plant does not travel too far. A note about affiliate links: when you buy a plant, pots, soil, or other goods through links on this article we sometimes earn a commission. It doesn’t cost you anything, but it really helps us out if you do use them. Thanks a…
