{"product_id":"alocasia-lauterbachiana-o19cm-↕80cm","title":"Alocasia lauterbachiana - Ø19cm - ↕80cm","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-163\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-163\"\u003eAlocasia lauterbachiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-163 citation-end-163\"\u003e is a truly dramatic and distinctive plant, known for its strong, upright structure and uniquely shaped foliage.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Your specimen, standing at an impressive 80cm tall in its 19cm pot, is already a significant, eye-catching feature ready to add a vertical tropical accent to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 \u003cb\u003eFoliage, Form, and Appearance\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-162\"\u003eThis plant is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-162\"\u003eevergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-162 citation-end-162\"\u003e perennial, ensuring its striking appearance lasts all year.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The \u003cb\u003efoliage\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003ci\u003eAlocasia lauterbachiana\u003c\/i\u003e is its most distinguishing feature. \u003cspan class=\"citation-161\"\u003eThe leaves are held upright on stiff petioles, but unlike the heart-shaped leaves of many \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-161\"\u003eAlocasias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-161\"\u003e, these are long, narrow, and deeply lobed with wavy, undulating margins—a characteristic that earns it the common nickname \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-161\"\u003ePurple Sword Alocasia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-161\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-161\"\u003eNarrow-Leafed Alocasia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-161 citation-end-161\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-160 citation-end-160\"\u003eThe leaf surface is typically a dark, rich green, while the undersides often display a gorgeous, contrasting reddish-purple hue.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This contrast adds depth and drama, especially when the plant is viewed from below. The plant maintains a tall, vertical, and sculptural form and does \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e have any \u003cb\u003espines\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📏 \u003cb\u003eSize and Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eAt 80cm, your plant is already quite tall, making a bold statement. The \u003ci\u003eAlocasia lauterbachiana\u003c\/i\u003e is known for its height and can easily reach an impressive indoor height of 90cm to 1.5 metres (3 to 5 feet) or more at full maturity, provided it has excellent light and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌸 \u003cb\u003eFlowering and Fragrance\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-159\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-159\"\u003eAlocasia lauterbachiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-159 citation-end-159\"\u003e is cultivated for its magnificent, sword-like leaves.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e As with most plants in this genus, \u003cb\u003eflowering\u003c\/b\u003e is an \u003cb\u003einfrequent\u003c\/b\u003e event when grown indoors. If it does produce a bloom, it will feature the subtle, typical aroid structure: a pale green or cream-coloured \u003cb\u003espathe\u003c\/b\u003e (the hood) wrapped around a central \u003cb\u003espadix\u003c\/b\u003e (the spike). These blooms are generally inconspicuous and are \u003cb\u003enot notably fragrant\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 \u003cb\u003eCare and Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eTo encourage this towering plant to thrive, you need to provide conditions similar to the tropical understory where it originates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-158\"\u003e It requires \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-158\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-158 citation-end-158\"\u003e to maintain its upright structure and rich colouration.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-157\"\u003eWhile it can tolerate a bit of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-157\"\u003ehalf-shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-157 citation-end-157\"\u003e, insufficient light will cause the stems to stretch and weaken.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-156\"\u003eCrucially, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156\"\u003eavoid direct, strong sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156 citation-end-156\"\u003e which will scorch its dramatic leaves.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003e The plant prefers a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003ewell-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003e that is kept \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155 citation-end-155\"\u003e but never waterlogged.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Allow the top couple of inches of soil to dry slightly before watering again. \u003cspan class=\"citation-154\"\u003eAs a large tropical plant, it also demands \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-154\"\u003ehigh humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-154 citation-end-154\"\u003e to prevent those long, elegant leaves from developing dry tips or edges.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-153 citation-end-153\"\u003e It appreciates consistent warmth and should be protected from cold drafts.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003ci\u003eAlocasia lauterbachiana\u003c\/i\u003e, like all members of the Araceae family, is \u003cb\u003etoxic\u003c\/b\u003e if ingested. \u003cspan class=\"citation-152 citation-end-152\"\u003eIt contains calcium oxalate crystals which can cause painful irritation.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e For safety, it must be kept out of the reach of pets and small children\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834493321548,"sku":"7020","price":38.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_7526ea18-eeda-4e56-8786-30ea3684e0e1.jpg?v=1762168987","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/alocasia-lauterbachiana-o19cm-%e2%86%9580cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}