Posts

Showing posts from October, 2021

Alocasia longiloba 'Veitchii'箭叶海芋

Image
  Alocasia longiloba 'Veitchii' Alocasia longiloba is a tropical, tuberous perennial plant that is a decorative foliage plant.. It has huge arrow shaped leaves of a bluish green colour, with silver margins and veining. The leaf revereses are a contrasting purple. It can grow in full sun, but does best in part to full shade. It is not frost tolerant. Alocasias give a tropical feel to a garden, patio or indoors. They are best in tropical and sub-tropical climates, but can also grow in temperate areas in a warm spot.They are suited to garden plantings, as a single specimen or massed planting, as well as being great for containers. They can make good indoor plants, but need bright light and misting to do well for longer periods indoors. Alocasias need warmth and humidity to grow well. If the surrounding air is too dry the plant is liable to be subject to diseases such as red spider mites.  They prefer a rich, well drained soil and regular watering, especially when larger. Over wat...

Alocasia Sarian 萨利安海芋

Image
  Alocasia Sarian   This plant forms the leaves as part of the stems rather than at the end of the stems. It is a hybrid of two Alocasias,  Alocasia Zebrina  and Alocasia Micholitziana. It is named after an agriculture journalist  Zac B. Sarian   from the Philippines. Because of the huge, pointy leaves, this plant is also known as the Elephant Ears. When grown in warm climates throughout the year, this plant can grow up to 12 ft high. Whereas in colder climates, it mostly grows 5 to 6 ft tall.  The natural rainforest environment can be difficult to imitate, but this article will help you create a perfect environment for your Alocasia Sarian. Watering Check the soil regularly to make sure it’s moist at all times. During spring and summer, the plant grows actively, so it needs extra water to grow all the new leaves. Soil For optimum growth, this plant needs light, airy, and well-draining soil. Never plant it in a heavy soil mixture as it is a rhizomatous...

Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon'白犀牛海芋

Image
Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon' Alocasia Silver Dragon is native to South-East Asia. It can survive pretty well both indoors and outdoors. This is one of the most compact growing plants of its genus and remains under 0.5 meters in height. Consequently, it becomes an excellent choice for terrariums and indoor terrestrial pots. The light to silvery-green, heart-shaped leaves with dark-green ribbed venation make it look nothing lesser than a mesmerizing gift of nature. Alocasia Silver Dragon Care Water Requirement Let us share a basic watering strategy. Water the plant thoroughly and wait for the soil to get dry before you water again. Sunlight Requirement Bright indirect light is ideal for the plant. However, in fierce summers, the plant does well in semi-shade. An east or north-facing window is the ideal place to place your plant. It is important to mention here that direct sunlight is unsuitable for the plant. Soil Requirement The Silver Dragon Alocasia likes free-draining soi...

PHILODENDRON SELLOUM GOLDEN PLANT-Best Air Purifier (Oxygen) Live Plant 龙鳞羽裂蔓绿绒

Image
These giant, glossy leaves  act as a vacuum, sucking pollutants from the air and increasing a room's oxygen levels . Researchers at Colorado State University and University of Florida found them to be particularly effective at removing the nasty toxin formaldehyde. Philodendron Selloum Golden Plant Care tips: Light:  Philodendrons grow best in medium light and bright indirect sunlight. Older leaves turn yellow naturally. However, if you notice several yellow leaves at once, it could be an indicator that the plant is getting too much sun. They will tolerate low light, but if the stems become leggy with several inches between the leaves, you may need to move the plant to a brighter location.   Water:  Water when the top inch of soil dries out. Take care not to overwater, since philodendron will rot if kept soggy. If the leaves are brown and falling off, the plant is likely not getting enough water. Droopy leaves can mean the plant is getting either too much or not...

Alocasia frydek 绿天鹅绒海芋

Image
  Alocasia frydek  is one of the most fascinating indoor  plants, ,The deep green large leaves along with white-colored veins make it unique among the other indoor plants. It will look something different from all other indoor plants you Some important points about  Alocasia frydek Botanical name-  Alocasia micholitziana ‘Frydek’  or  Alocasia frydek Common name- Green Velvet  Alocasia , Elephants Ear plant, African Mask plants Family- Araceae Origin- Southeast Asia, Philippines Plant type- Tropical indoor plant Light requirement- Medium to bright indirect sunlight is best for Alocasia frydek. Soil requirement- Fertile  soil  with a good drainage facility and rich organic matter Water requirement- The plant is sensitive to waterlogging conditions, but it loves moist soil. Temperature- Alocasia frydek require a higher temperature ranging between 650F (180C) to 850C (290C). Humidity- The plant requires high atmospheric humidity to survive....