Alocasia heterophylla 'Metallic Blue'

The Alocasia heterophylla 'Metallic Blue' is an impressive and rare houseplant that captivates with its unique leaves and striking appearance. It belongs to the Araceae family and is particularly known for its distinctive leaf shape and special coloring.

Features:

• Leaves: The leaves of Alocasia heterophylla 'Metallic Blue' are particularly decorative, glossy, and have a metallic shimmering blue to silver-grey coloration. These leaves are large, arrow-shaped, and can display an interesting, wavy texture. The veins are often clearly visible and stand out from the metallic surface.

• Size: The plant grows relatively compactly, but the leaves can reach a stately size. It can reach a height of 40–60 cm, with the leaves often having a diameter of 30–40 cm. The plant grows both in width and height, presenting a very attractive appearance.

• Growth habit: Alocasia heterophylla 'Metallic Blue' is a perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It develops a rather upright growth habit, but can also slightly overhang when grown in a pot.

Care:

• Light: This Alocasia prefers indirect, bright light. Direct sunlight can burn the leaves and affect their shimmering color. It can also thrive in less brightly lit areas, but will grow slower there.

• Water: The plant prefers consistently moist soil. Too much water or waterlogging should be avoided at all costs, as this can lead to root rot. The soil should dry out slightly between waterings, but never completely dry out.

• Temperature and humidity: Alocasia heterophylla 'Metallic Blue' thrives best at temperatures between 20 and 28 °C and requires high humidity. Therefore, a location near a humidifier or misting the leaves is helpful to create the desired conditions.

• Fertilization: During the growing season (spring and summer), the plant can be fertilized every 2-4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer. In winter, fertilization should be reduced or stopped, as the plant then enters a dormant phase.

Special features:

• Metallic leaf color: The extraordinary metallic coloration of the leaves, characterized by blue and grey nuances, makes this plant a real eye-catcher and a coveted collector's item among plant lovers.

Delivered in a 7 cm pot.