Alocasia watsoniana

SKU: BJ2326

Category: Alocasia

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64,90 €

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Alocasia watsoniana in 17cm pot. You will receive a fully rooted plant in 17cm pot, very beautiful leaf pattern. The plants can get a bright location, direct sun should be avoided. Rare Alocasia species.

Being a variation of Alocasia longiloba, this Alocasia is particularly impressive. On the one hand because it can grow up to one metre tall and is thus larger than other Jewel Alocasias, and on the other hand because of its beautiful leaves, which have strikingly prominent silvery veins and a slightly velvety texture. A sought-after collector's item for aroid fans!
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that matches the product photos in size, shape and colouring.
• Delivery: in 17cm pot
• Growth type: upright
• Origin: Tropical & subtropical regions of (south-east) Asia as well as eastern Australia
• Other names: Elephant ear, Arrowleaf, Taro

Ben's tips on plant care:

• Habitat/light requirements: semi-shade or bright, indirect sunlight.
• Substrate: later peat-free potting soil, Ben's Syngonium & Alocasia Soil
• Temperature: optimum at 18-22° C (day), 12-15° C (night)
• Watering: Keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging, ideally water with rainwater that is not too cold and low in lime. Water less in winter.
• Humidity: needs high humidity, place in the bathroom or use a humidifier.
• Nutrient addition: in spring/summer every 3 weeks with organic fertiliser. Liquid fertiliser
• Grows fast, annual repotting in February/March is recommended.
• Avoid waterlogging at all costs, otherwise the roots of the plant may rot.