Care Card

Alocasia Elephant's Ear / Alocasia Cucullata

Alocasia Cucullata

Indirect light Indirect light

Adapts to any light level.

Moderate irrigation Moderate irrigation

Water once a week and fortnightly in cold weather allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently in brighter light conditions.

High humidity High humidity

It likes to feel fresh. Spray its leaves once or twice a week.

Not suitable for pets Not suitable for pets

This plant can be toxic for your pet, so we advise you not to keep them together.

Elephant Ear Alocasia
Elephant Ear Alocasia

Advice

  • Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or strong draughts, as this causes leaf spotting.
  • It needs plenty of indirect light and sufficient humidity.
  • It will love to be fed with liquid fertiliser once a month in spring and summer.

Signs of weakness

  • Withered leaves and stem, dry potting mix: thirsty plant, under-watered.
  • Yellowing leaves and blackened soft base: root rot, overwatering.
Elephant Ear Alocasia
Elephant Ear Alocasia
Elephant Ear Alocasia
Elephant Ear Alocasia