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Zebrina Elephant Ear
Alocasia zebrina
Pronunciation: a-loh-KAY-see-uh
SKU #45726
LIGHT:
Bright Indirect Light
WATER:
Keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 1 to 2 ft. wide.
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| Description | Long striped stems steal the show on this unusual houseplant. Pointed, arrow-shaped solid green leaves are held above, creating a dramatic, vertical accent. This tropical plant loves warmth, humidity, and water. Can be grown outdoors in humid climates where hardy. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Uncommon |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Landscape Use | Houseplant |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | 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. |
Details
| Description | Long striped stems steal the show on this unusual houseplant. Pointed, arrow-shaped solid green leaves are held above, creating a dramatic, vertical accent. This tropical plant loves warmth, humidity, and water. Can be grown outdoors in humid climates where hardy. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Uncommon |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
Style
| Landscape Use | Houseplant |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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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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.