COMMON NAME: Alocasia

LIGHT: Bright indirect light

WATERING: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy

SOIL: Indoor mix with added coco coir or peat moss to help retain moisture without becoming waterlogged

FERTILIZING: Feed every 2–4 weeks during spring and summer with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer

PRUNING: Remove yellow or damaged leaves at the base to promote healthy new growth

EXTRA NOTES: Likes high humidity! Supplement with a pebble tray or humidifier

PET SAFE? Moderately toxic

CHILD SAFE? Moderately toxic

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