Buddha’s Hand Variegated Alocasia

Description About The Buddha’s Hand Variegated Alocasia The Buddha’s Hand Variegated Alocasia large, cordate or sagittate leaves grow to a length of 20 to 90 cm (8 to 35 in) on long petioles. Their araceous flowers grow at the end of a short stalk, but are not conspicuous; often hidden behind the leaf petioles. Care Alocasia are tropical plants that are increasingly becoming popular as houseplants. The hybrid A. × amazonica has gained the Royal Horticultural Society‘s Award of Garden Merit. They are typically grown as pot plants. They can tolerate dim light and cannot withstand direct sunlight. They should be cared for as any other tropical plant with a weekly cleaning of the leaves, frequent fertilization, and medium to high humidity. They rarely survive cold winters or the dryness of artificial heating, but an attempt to slowly acclimatize plants from the summer garden to the house can help. Once inside, the watering period must be reduced and the plants should be protected from spider mites. Keep plant in bright indirect light. Scientific Name: Alocasia Cucullata Variegated Origin: Thailand, Laos Soil:  Tropical Plant Potting Mix Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Too much water can lead to root rot. Lighting:  Bright indirect light