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This
really is one of the most spectacular houseplants in the
world. With bright white veins protruding from a dark background
the arrow shaped leaves can reach over a foot in length!
Will also flower throughout the year with strange yellow
coloured spathes sometimes followed by red berries. Perfect
for a bright bathroom.
Not the easiest of plants but a must for the plant fanatic.
Site:
A bright position out of direct sunlight.
Temp:
Keep warm minimum of 16C / 60F above 70 in summer will promote
faster growth.
Water:
Keep well watered in summer and infrequently in winter.
Humidity and heat are the main requirement if you really
want a happy Alocasia, mist as much as you can and if possible
place the container on a tray of wet pebbles/gravel.
Feeding:
A liquid feed every 3 weeks or so.
Tip:
Only water with rain/bottled water. Tap water may kill it!
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