Alocasia wentii - Hardy Elephant Ear
Alocasia wentii - Hardy Elephant Ear
Alocasia wentii - Hardy Elephant Ear
Alocasia wentii - Hardy Elephant Ear
Alocasia wentii - Hardy Elephant Ear

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Alocasia wentii - Hardy Elephant Ear

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1 in stock
CHF 39.00
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The Alocasia wentii, also known as the Hardy Elephant Ear, delights with robust, arrow-shaped leaves. The upper sides of the leaves are a deep dark green, while the undersides often display bronze to violet hues as they mature.

This individual plant is currently about 32 cm tall. The largest leaf reaches a length of approx. 17 cm. Under good conditions, the Alocasia wentii develops increasingly larger leaves and an impressive, upright growth habit.

The plant is cultivated in expanded clay and is offered fully set up with a water level indicator.

Substrate: Blather
Light requirement

Bright to very bright, but without intense direct midday sun

Water demand

Allow the water level to drop to the minimum, wait a few days, and then refill to the optimum level.

Care instructions

Prefers a warm location between approximately 18 and 28 °C.
Moderate to increased humidity supports the development of large, healthy leaves.
During the growing season, provide sparingly with a suitable hydroponic fertilizer.
Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below approximately 16 °C.
Rotate the pot occasionally so that the plant grows evenly toward the light.
Growth may slow down in winter. Then reduce water and nutrient intake accordingly.
Alocasias are toxic to humans and pets if ingested.

Scope of delivery

1 × Alocasia wentii – Hardy Elephant Ear
Total height including pot: approx. 32 cm
Largest leaf: approx. 17 cm
Pot size: approx. 13 × 13 cm
Cultivated in expanded clay
Water level indicator

Info

The plant shown is the specific item on offer. As plants are living natural products, their appearance can change continuously due to further growth. This houseplant is not shipped and can only be picked up at the GrowTastic Local Store.

Pickup available at GrowTastic GmbH - 3604 Thun

Usually ready in 2-4 days

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