Alocasia watsoniana is a spectacular tropical plant, renowned for its imposing and lustrous foliage. Its large, heart-shaped leaves, a deep, almost metallic green, feature striking silver veins, creating a dazzling contrast. This "Big Type" variety is distinguished by its more generous size and majestic habit.
Alocasia prefers bright light and to be root-bound in its pot. To promote its growth, it is recommended to keep its potting mix slightly moist and to fertilize regularly.
Caution! Risk of toxicity if ingested. The sap of Alocasias contains oxalic acid - risk of irritation if it comes into contact with skin or eyes.
- Family: Araceae.
- Origin: Tropical forests of Southeast Asia
- Watering:
- Summer: Keep the potting mix slightly moist
- Autumn - Winter - Spring: Allow the potting mix to dry slightly on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Potting mix type: Rich and very well-draining.
- Light: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, east or 1 m from a south-facing window.
- Growth: Medium.
- Temperature:
- Never below 16ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 10 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
