Description
The Alocasia scalprum comes from the island of Samar in the Philippines and is also called Samar Lance in reference to its lance-shaped leaves. Its leaves, which appear light green when new and turn a dark blue-green as they mature, have a leathery texture and a relief-like surface that make this rare aroid a striking eye-catcher in the plant collection.
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 14cm pot
• Growth type: upright
• Origin: Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines
• Other names: Elephant ear, Arrowleaf, Taro
Ben's tips on plant care:
• Habitat/Light requirements: bright, indirect sunlight.
• Substrate: peat-free potting soil, Ben's Syngonium & Alocasia Soil
• Temperature: optimal at 24° C (day), 18° C (night)
• Watering: keep moist and water as soon as the top layer of substrate starts to dry, but avoid waterlogging
• Humidity: needs high humidity, place in bathroom or use humidifier
• Nutrient addition: in spring/summer every 2 weeks with organic fertiliser. Fertilise moderately with organic liquid fertiliser.
• Repot approx. every 2 years, when the soil is densely rooted. Make sure that the plant has good drainage.