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Kapit Elephant Ear
Alocasia 'Kapit'
Pronunciation: a-loh-KAY-see-uh in-fer-NAH-liss
SKU #09048
From the jungles of Borneo, this tender evergreen was selected for its exotic deep burgundy foliage accented by purplish-red stems. With its small size, it is a great choice for a tropical container garden.
LIGHT: Bright Indirect Light
WATER: Keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Fast growing; reaches 12 in. tall, 18 in. wide.
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Be Inspired: How to Use this Plant
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Container, Houseplant |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Care Instructions | Thrives and spreads freely in evenly moist, organically rich, well-drained soil. Prefers bright shade or filtered sun, and warm, humid environments. Apply a controlled release fertilizer to the potting mix or garden soil. In cold winter zones, enjoy outdoors but move inside well before threat of frost. Remove old, faded foliage as needed. |
Details
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Houseplant |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives and spreads freely in evenly moist, organically rich, well-drained soil. Prefers bright shade or filtered sun, and warm, humid environments. Apply a controlled release fertilizer to the potting mix or garden soil. In cold winter zones, enjoy outdoors but move inside well before threat of frost. Remove old, faded foliage as needed. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.