Alocasia wentii Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Alocasia wentii, also known as Hardy Elephant's Ear, is a flowering plant native to the highlands of New Guinea. It combines the unique beauty of its large, heart-shaped to arrowhead-shaped leaves with its eye-catching splash of color. It's no surprise that this plant is a favorite among garden enthusiasts and interior designers.
Common Name |
Hardy elephant ear, New Guinea shield
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Plant Type
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Herbs
Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Alocasia wentii
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Genus
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Alocasia
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Alocasia wentii Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Alocasia wentii.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Alocasia wentii needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Alocasia wentii needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Alocasia wentii Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Alocasia wentii to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 75°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Alocasia wentii to thrive is between 60% and 70%. |
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Alocasia wentii Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Alocasia wentii. |
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Suitability in pots |
7L
Alocasia wentii plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 7L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
alkaline
neutral
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Alocasia wentii Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Alocasia wentii plant. |
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Maximum Height |
120 Inches or
4 meters
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Spread |
60 Inches or
2 meters
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Color |
Green
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Alocasia wentii toxic to pets? |
Yes
This plant is also not safe for your dogs. |
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Garden Style |
Mediterranean Garden
Patio And Containers
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Alocasia wentii Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Alocasia wentii, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
root division
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Alocasia wentii Native Region |
Find out where the Alocasia wentii plant originated. |
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Country |
Papua New Guinea
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