Alocasia, 6in, Sumo

This Alocasia variety displays large, upward pointing deep green leaves that have lighter green undersides with distinctive purple veins and reddish-black stems.

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Attributes

Type: Tropical
Height: 24in – 36in
Spread: 16in – 30in
Light: Bright indirect
Water: Medium
Zone: 10 – 11
Pet Safe: Toxic if ingested. Keep away from children and pets.

Care

General Maintenance: Repot in the spring, into a pot one size larger, if the plant has become very root bound. You can propagate by division while repotting.

Temperature: Ideal temperatures are between 18C – 24C.

Light: Prefers bright light, but not direct as too much direct sun will lead to sunburn.

Watering: Water often, but in small amounts, keeping the soil consistently moist. Enjoys a bit of extra humidity which can be provided by misting or a pebble tray.

Fertilizer: Feed with a diluted balanced fertilizer from May to August.

Soil: Use a fast-draining, peat-based potting mix.