Purple Cloak Elephant Ear

Alocasia princeps 'Purple Cloak'

SKU #46262
8-11

Good to Grow...indoors:

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OVERVIEW
Description Pointed, arrow-shaped, dark green leaves develop a purple cast on the undersides and stem. This tropical plant loves warmth, humidity, and water. A lovely large-scale houseplant. Can be grown outdoors in humid climates where hardy. Evergreen.
Light Bright Indirect Light
Watering Keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
Blooms Prized for foliage
Mature Size Reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall.
DETAILS
Growth Rate Moderate
STYLE
Landscape Use Houseplant
Foliage Color Green
CARE
Care Indoors, provide potting soil with good water retention. Needs high humidity: mist frequently or use a humidifier. Outdoors, thrives 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. Remove old, faded foliage as needed.

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in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

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.