Alocasia Grandis (jiffy sized plant)

Description

In India, we can sell this Alocasia Grandis (jiffy sized plant) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal

Alocasia grandis, commonly known as Giant Elephant Ear, is a striking tropical plant prized for its massive, heart-shaped leaves and lush, architectural presence. It’s native to Southeast Asia and typically thrives in warm, humid environments. Here’s an overview of its care and characteristics:

🌿 Alocasia grandis Overview

🌱 Care Guide

🪴 Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light.

• Can tolerate some direct morning sun.

• Avoid harsh afternoon sun to prevent leaf burn.

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

• Water thoroughly when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry.

• Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in warm temps (18–28°C / 65–82°F).

• Requires high humidity (60%+); misting or humidifiers help indoors.

🌱 Soil

• Use a well-draining, aroid mix: peat, coco coir, perlite, and compost.

• Avoid heavy soils that retain too much water.

🍽️ Feeding

• Fertilize every 2–4 weeks during the growing season (spring to autumn) with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

🌿 Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove any yellow or damaged leaves to maintain appearance.

• Wipe leaves regularly to keep them dust-free and healthy.

⚠️ Common Issues

🌱 Propagation

• Best propagated via rhizome division during repotting in spring or early summer.

🪴 Indoor Tips

• Place in a large pot with good drainage to accommodate root spread.

• Rotate occasionally for even growth.

• Keep away from cold drafts or sudden temperature drops.