Alocasia Cucullata stands out for the color and shape of its foliage. The 'Yellow Tail' variety has round, green leaves with yellow variegation. The amount of variegation increases with the maturity of the plant. Alocasia prefers bright light, regular fertilizer, and a tight pot. During its growing season in summer, it is recommended to keep its soil slightly moist and fertilize regularly.
Caution! Risk of toxicity if swallowed. Alocasia sap contains oxalic acid - risk of irritation if it comes into contact with skin or eyes.
- Family: Araceae.
- Origin: Tropical regions of Asia
- Watering:
- Summer: Keep the soil slightly moist
- Fall - Winter - Spring: Allow the soil to dry slightly on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Rich and very draining.
- Brightness: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, East or 1 m from a South window.
- Growth: Slow.
- 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.
