{"product_id":"alocasia-cucullata-o21cm-↕80cm","title":"Alocasia cucullata - Ø21cm - ↕80cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🌿 The Hooded Elephant Ear: \u003ci\u003eAlocasia cucullata\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou have selected a fine,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sizable specimen of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eAlocasia cucullata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a beautiful tropical plant often affectionately called the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eElephant Ear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This particular plant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with its lush appearance,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will add a definitive touch of the exotic to your indoor space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour Alocasia is rooted in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e21 cm pot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and stands at an impressive height of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e80 cm (31 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e making it an excellent,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e graceful statement piece for a bright room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance and Evergreen Foliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eAlocasia cucullata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eevergreen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e plant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hailing from the warm,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e humid tropical regions of Southeast Asia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is cherished for its striking foliage,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebright, glossy green, heart-shaped leaves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlike some of its larger relatives,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the leaves of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ecucullata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grow upwards on sturdy stems,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creating a sculpted,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e architectural look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The common name \"hooded\" refers to the charming way the newly emerging leaves are tightly furled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant's beauty lies entirely in its vibrant leaves; it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003edoes not flower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e significantly when kept indoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight, Placement, and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tropical beauty thrives in conditions that mimic its jungle home:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While it enjoys ample light,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you must ensure it is protected from harsh,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e direct sunlight,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which can easily damage the delicate leaf tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe key to keeping this Alocasia happy is consistent moisture and warmth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It prefers the soil to be kept \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eevenly moist at all times\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but you must use well-draining soil and ensure the pot never sits in standing water,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as it is highly susceptible to root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You should water only when the top layer of soil begins to feel just slightly dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo support its growth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a balanced liquid fertilizer can be applied during the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003espring and summer growing season\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e typically once a month,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensuring it is properly diluted to prevent root burn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlocasia cucullata is considered toxic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if ingested.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e swelling,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and digestive distress if consumed by humans or pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Please ensure this elegant plant is placed securely out of reach of curious children and animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834355302732,"sku":"19197","price":44.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_7e43fd59-b743-46a5-96f5-f3f88ca25cc0.jpg?v=1762166576","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/alocasia-cucullata-o21cm-%e2%86%9580cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}