Alocasia priceps 'Purple Cloak' - Purple Cloak Elephant Ear
$59.99
The Purple Cloak Alocasia has pointed, arrow-shaped, dark green leaves develop a purple cast on the undersides and stem. This tropical plant loves warmth, humidity, and water. A lovely large-scale houseplant.
Ed's Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Alocasia priceps 'Purple Cloak
- Common Name: Purple Cloak Alocasia, Purple Cloak Plant
- Family: Araceae
- Native Range: Southeast Asia
Ed's Care Guide
- Care: Moderate
- Light: Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct light.
- Water: Keep soil moist, but not soggy
- Humidity: High
- Temperature: 59-80F. Avoid cold drafts.
- Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
- Feeding: Fertilize 1/2 strength monthly during the spring and summer
- Growth: Upright. Can grow to 2-6' tall
- Propagation: Root division in spring or early summer
- Pests: Look out for mealybugs, spider mites, aphids
- Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets.