Alocasia, 6in, Lauterbachiana Purple Sword

Alocasia, 6in, Lauterbachiana Purple SwordThe Alocasia Purple Sword has long, spear shaped, and glossy dark green to purple leaves with scalloped edges and reddish undersides that stand on tall stalks of purple brown shades. If you need any more photos or additional information on this product, send us a message using the chat button on our website with the product name, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. This plant has a representative product photo and the item you will

The Alocasia Purple Sword has long, spear-shaped, and glossy dark-green to purple leaves with scalloped edges and reddish undersides that stand on tall stalks of purple/brown shades.

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Attributes

Type: Tropical
Height: 12in - 36in
Spread: 12in - 36in
Light: Bright indirect
Water: Medium
Zone: 9b - 11
Pet Safe: Toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children.

Care

General Maintenance: Can be repotted annually if the plant has become quite rootbound.

Temperature: Maintain temperatures between 17°C - 25°C. Lower temperatures will cause alocasia to go into dormancy.

Light: Alocasias love light, but can be prone to sunburn. A bright area with no direct sun is ideal.

Watering: Alocasias like their soil a little on the dryer side as they are prone to root and crown rot, but they require high humidity to thrive. Water when the top 2 - 3 inches of soil is dry, but maintain high humidity via a humidifier or pebble tray.

Fertilizer: Use a balanced fertilizer once a month between April and August.

Soil: A well draining soil is encouraged to further prevent root rot.