Alocasia × amazonica
A bold houseplant with deep green arrow-shaped leaves and striking white veins. Called 'Elephant Ear', it thrives in warm humid indoor conditions.
Alocasia × amazonica, marketed as the African mask plant or Amazonian elephant ear, is a hybrid cultivar created by crossing several Southeast Asian Alocasia species — despite its common name, it has no connection to Africa. Its arrow-shaped, deeply lobed, glossy dark green leaves with bold, contrasting white venation and wavy, undulating margins create one of the most dramatic appearances in the houseplant world. Leaf undersides are a vivid purple. It requires bright indirect light; direct sun causes leaf scorch. As a tropical plant, it prefers warm temperatures (above 18°C) and high humidity (above 60%); dry conditions invite spider mites. Water when the soil surface dries, avoiding overwatering which leads to root and corm rot. Growth slows in winter and the rhizome may enter dormancy. Despite its demanding nature, its spectacular, mask-like foliage makes it one of the most striking and sought-after aroid houseplants available.
Origine
Garden hybrid developed from Southeast Asian Alocasia species
Durée de vie
10+ years
Taille
30-100cm
Température
18〜30℃(適温22〜28℃)
Humidité
60〜80%
Liquid fertilizer twice monthly in spring-fall
Bright indirect light optimal. Avoid direct sun
Water thoroughly when topsoil dries. Avoid waterlogging
Prefers high humidity. Use humidifier or misting
Contains calcium oxalate throughout. Toxic to pets and children
Intermediate. C'est une espèce de niveau intermédiaire. Une certaine expérience préalable et des connaissances en gestion environnementale sont recommandées.
La température idéale pour Alocasia Amazonica est 18〜30℃(適温22〜28℃). L'humidité recommandée est 60〜80%. Évitez les changements brusques de température et maintenez un environnement stable.
La durée de vie moyenne de Alocasia Amazonica est 10+ years. Avec des soins et une alimentation appropriés, ils peuvent vivre longtemps en bonne santé.
Alocasia Amazonica atteint généralement 30-100cm à l'âge adulte. La taille peut varier selon les conditions de soins et la génétique individuelle.
Alocasia Amazonica se nourrit de : Liquid fertilizer twice monthly in spring-fall. Visez un régime équilibré avec une fréquence d'alimentation appropriée.
Le prix de Alocasia Amazonica varie considérablement selon le morph, la taille et la lignée. Consultez notre page de prix du marché pour les dernières informations.
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