Lg. Alocasia Lutea Elephant Ear Plant in 4” pot

Alocasia Lutea Elephant Ear You’re going to love the Golden Lutea! This bright beauty needs a good amount of room to grow, as it can reach up to 8-10 feet tall with leaves that spread out to 3-4 feet. Its striking yellow stems and veins only get more vibrant as it ages, making it a real showstopper. Cultivating this Alocasia variety is a breeze, so it’s a fantastic choice for any aroid collection. Plus, it’s super flexible: use it as a standout container plant or to bring a touch of the tropics to your garden. And don’t worry about its health – this tropical gem has a sturdy root system to keep it strong. About Alocasia Tropical Elephant Ears Alocasias, commonly seen in both indoor and outdoor settings, are popular due to their minimal care requirements. These aroids are often cultivated as unique tropical houseplants, or introduced to outdoor environments in temperate climates. Their preference for moisture-rich soil dense in organic matter and filtered sunlight contributes to their successful growth. Alocasias are versatile, thriving in containers or as striking landscape plants. Indoor cultivation works well with temperatures between 55° and 80°F, and they can adapt to lower light conditions compared to other houseplants. When planted in the ground, Alocasias can grow significantly larger, differing greatly from their potted counterparts, thereby adding a tropical element to any well-lit indoor or outdoor space. In colder climates, Alocasias can be relocated indoors during winter to prevent frost damage. Upon acquisition, there is no immediate need to replant an Alocasia; it can be kept in its original pot in a shaded area while a suitable permanent location is sought. About This Plant Plant: Well Rooted Pot Size: Ships In 4″ Round Includes: 1 Plant With Pot Ships By: UPS Ships From: Florida USA Shipping Rate: Click Tab Above Info. & Recommendations Growth Rate: Medium Light: 40-65% Soil: Rich Organic Mix Fertilizer: Slow Time Released Water: When Dry to Touch Dislikes: Soggy Soil Likes: 65-90°F Outdoor Zone: 9b-10 Pot Size: 6″-24″ w/Drain Holes Indoors: Locate Near Natural Light Faux Light: Grow Light Full Spectrum Propagate By: Division About Our Plants Our plants are grown in conditions akin to a natural, humid rainforest, using minimal pesticides. Occasional leaf drop, spotting, or browning, especially in varieties with significant white, are normal. In our nursery, plants thrive under 40-80% shade cloth. If grown outdoors, direct exposure to full sun may cause leaf burn. We suggest gradually introducing the plants to sunny areas over a week or so to reduce stress for optimal results. Despite our high standards in plant propagation, we can't assure future variegation patterns, coloration, survival or growth rate. Individual plants may vary, even though our mother plants have thrived for over 20 years. We guarantee all variegation is natural without any Chemically Induced Variegation (NO C.I.V.)