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Alocasia Portei

Dhs. 185.00

Size: 20cm, comes in nursery pot 

Alocasia portei, sometimes called the “elephant ear” plant, is a striking tropical aroid that thrives with the right care. Here’s a care guide:

🌞 Light

  • Prefers bright, indirect light.

  • Can tolerate some dappled morning sun, but avoid harsh direct afternoon rays (leaves may scorch).

  • Too little light will cause slow growth and smaller leaves.

💧 Watering

  • Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

  • Water when the top 2–3 cm (about 1 inch) of soil is dry.

  • Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.

  • Use distilled, rain, or filtered water if your tap water is high in salts/chemicals.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

  • Thrives in warm temperatures (18–27°C / 65–80°F)

  • Needs high humidity (60%+). Use a humidifier, pebble tray, or group plants together.

🌱 Soil & Potting

  • Use a well-draining, airy mix (e.g., peat/coco coir + perlite + orchid bark).

  • Pot with drainage holes to avoid root rot.

  • Repot every 1–2 years, or when roots crowd the pot.

🍃 Fertilizer

  • Feed during the growing season (spring–summer) every 2–4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer (diluted to half strength).

  • Do not fertilize in winter when growth slows or stops.

✂️ Maintenance

  • Wipe leaves to keep them dust-free (they breathe through the leaf surface).

  • Remove yellow or dying leaves to encourage new growth.

  • It may go dormant in cooler months—reduce watering and let it rest until spring.

⚠️ Common Issues

  • Yellow leaves → Overwatering or poor drainage.

  • Crispy brown edges → Low humidity or underwatering.

  • Drooping leaves → Either underwatering or root rot (check soil moisture).

  • Pests → Watch for spider mites, aphids, and mealybugs.

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