{"product_id":"alocasia-lukiwan-o12cm-↕20cm","title":"Alocasia 'Lukiwan' - Ø12cm - ↕20cm","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-303\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-303\"\u003eAlocasia 'Lukiwan'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-303 citation-end-303\"\u003e is a relatively rare and captivating hybrid, prized for its unique foliage and compact size.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Your plant, standing at a small 20cm tall in its 12cm pot, is a perfect \u003cb\u003ejewel \u003ci\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, ideal for adding dramatic texture to a small display area.\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\"\u003eThis is an \u003cb\u003eevergreen\u003c\/b\u003e perennial, ensuring its distinctive look is present all year. \u003cspan class=\"citation-302\"\u003eThe 'Lukiwan' is known for its incredible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-302\"\u003efoliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-302\"\u003e, which features thick, dark leaves with a highly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-302\"\u003ecorrugated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-302 citation-end-302\"\u003e or textured surface.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-301\"\u003eThe leaves are typically a very \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-301\"\u003edeep, dark green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-301 citation-end-301\"\u003e (sometimes appearing almost black), with prominent, contrasting veins.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This strong texture and dark colour give the plant a robust, almost reptilian or prehistoric look, making it a wonderful visual highlight in any collection. Given its small size, it maintains a neat, \u003cb\u003ecompact\u003c\/b\u003e form. It 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 only 20cm tall, your 'Lukiwan' is a miniature plant, well-suited for terrariums, cloches, or tight shelf spaces. This variety is valued for its compact growth habit and is unlikely to exceed 40cm to 50cm in height, making it highly manageable for indoor display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌸 \u003cb\u003eFlowering and Fragrance\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eLike all \u003ci\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/i\u003e species, the 'Lukiwan' is grown exclusively for its beautiful leaves. Consequently, \u003cb\u003eflowering\u003c\/b\u003e is an \u003cb\u003einfrequent\u003c\/b\u003e and generally uninteresting event when the plant is kept indoors. \u003cspan class=\"citation-300\"\u003eIf a bloom does appear, it will take the form of the subtle, typical aroid structure: a pale green or cream-coloured \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-300\"\u003espathe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-300\"\u003e (the hood) surrounding a central \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-300\"\u003espadix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-300 citation-end-300\"\u003e (the spike).\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e These blooms are 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\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-299 citation-end-299\"\u003eCaring for this small tropical gem requires consistent attention, especially to warmth and humidity.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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-298\"\u003e It thrives best in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-298\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-298\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-298\"\u003epartial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-298 citation-end-298\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Bright light helps maintain the depth of the leaf colour and the contrast of the veins. You must strictly \u003cb\u003eavoid direct sunlight\u003c\/b\u003e, which can easily scorch the delicate foliage.\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-297\"\u003e The plant requires \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-297\"\u003eregular watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-297\"\u003e to keep the soil \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-297\"\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-297 citation-end-297\"\u003e but never soggy.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Allow the top layer of the soil to dry out slightly before watering thoroughly again. Good drainage is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-296\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-296\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-296\"\u003e Due to its tropical origin and compact nature, the 'Lukiwan' demands \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-296\"\u003ehigh humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-296 citation-end-296\"\u003e to prevent its textured leaves from developing dry, crispy edges.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This is often the most challenging aspect of its care.\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 'Lukiwan'\u003c\/i\u003e, like all members of the Araceae family, is \u003cb\u003etoxic\u003c\/b\u003e if ingested. \u003cspan class=\"citation-295 citation-end-295\"\u003eIt contains calcium oxalate crystals which can cause painful irritation to the mouth and digestive system.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please ensure this beautiful, decorative plant is kept out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834090799436,"sku":"46636","price":24.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_137061d3-a8f5-4dd1-8cc6-7d3fbb11ed6f.jpg?v=1762164115","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/alocasia-lukiwan-o12cm-%e2%86%9520cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}