Alocasia Odora Elephant Ear 10-liter potted plant

The green elephant ear is more resistant to varying light conditions than the variegated variety — every leaf is full of chlorophyll and can utilize every ray of light. It also grows in partial shade.

At home: A southern or eastern window is ideal. A western window works too.

In the garden: Excellent for partially shaded corners — under a tree, or on the north side of a wall. No direct noon sun — it will burn the leaves.

Alocasia Odora loves moist soil — but cannot stand standing water. Correct watering: Water deeply when the top few centimeters begin to dry out. In summer — every 5–7 days. In winter — every 10–14 days.

Sign that it is thirsty: The stems lose firmness and the "shoulders" of the plant droop. That is the moment to take the watering can and water deeply.

Guttation: Sometimes you will see water droplets on the leaf edges in the morning — this is completely normal. The plant is "sweating" excess water.

Soil: A well-draining mixture — indoor potting soil with perlite (30%) and optionally vermiculite (15%). The Alocasia loves humidity but not standing water.

Growth: The plant grows very fast — it may require repotting every year during the growing season. When you see roots peeking out of the drainage holes, it's time for a larger pot.

Propagation: Alocasia Odora produces small "baby" corms at its base — these can be separated and planted individually in another pot.

The plant arrives in a plastic grower's pot — and our recommendation is to leave it there for the first month to allow for acclimation. Afterward, you can move it to a decorative pot.

We have a large selection of decorative pots and planters in the store — you can add them to your order.