Elephants Ear Plant or Alocasia Zebrina
Evergreen Large Sculptural House Plant
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| Botanical Name: | Alocasia Zebrina |
| Common Name: | Elephants Ear or Zebra Alocasia |
| Light: | Low to bright indirect light |
| Watering: | Water generously especially in summer |
| Feeding: | Once per month in the growing season |
| Humidity: | Misting regularly recommended |
| Air Purifier: | Yes |
Diameter: 50-70 cm
Plant ID: 11403 45
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Alocasia Zebrina is a beautiful low-growing evergreen foliage plant originating from tropical South East Asia. It has large glossy dark v-shaped leaves topping distinctive black and white zebra striped stems hence its name ‘Zebrina’. In its native environment, Alocasia Zebrina grows in a clump at the damp base of rainforest trees and has large upright arrow-shaped leaves to capture filtered sunlight – the leaves are very pretty with a deep V and give rise to Alocasia’s common name ‘Elephant’s Ear’. This is an unusual tropical cultivar delicate enough to look dramatic and shapely enough to look sculptural. It’s a cheerful and striking feature plant for light steamy areas of the house, though it is mildly toxic if eaten so should be kept out of reach of children and pets.
How To Water and Feed Alocasia Zebrina
Zebrina Alocasia needs a tropical-style environment to thrive. It needs lots of water especially in the summer months and should not be left to dry out. Soak the roots in a sink of water when the top feels dry and pop it back in the display pot. You can leave some water in the base for a few days, but don’t allow the soil to remain consistently soggy.
A light monthly feed of houseplant fertiliser in spring and summer will boost its health and growth rate along with regular misting to replicate steamy rainforest floor conditions
How Much Light Does Alocasia Zebrina Need?
Those big elephant’s ear leaves enjoy lots of bright light, but not direct burning sunshine which will scorch them. Near a bright window is best.
Where To Put Alocasia Zebrina
Elephant’s Ear loves a humid, steamy bathroom or kitchen. A spot near the shower or bath is good, failing that try regular misting in a light-filled but shaded spot such as a north-facing windowsill.
Avoid, hot drying radiators, drafts, and cold positions. This tropical beauty likes bright, indirect sun with plenty of humidity to thrive – it’s worth the effort.
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