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Alocasia 'Red Secret'

Alocasia 'Red Secret'

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The Alocasia 'Red Secret' is a captivating houseplant known for its striking and mysterious appearance. Its oval and arrowhead-shaped leaves feature a deep and lustrous shade of green with contrasting veins that reveal a rich burgundy or deep red hue. 'Red Secret' Alocasia boasts an upright growth pattern with sturdy stems. When fully mature, this Alocasia typically reaches a height of approximately 1-2 feet.

    • Unsafe / Toxic
    • Medium Maintenance

    Names

    • Botanical: Alocasia cuprea 'Red Secret'
    • Common: Red Secret Alocasia, Red Jewel Alocasia, Elephant Ears

    Care

    • Light: Bright Indirect
    • Ideal Temperature: 65-75°F
    • Humidity: High
    • Water: When the top inch of soil is dry
    • Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
    • Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix

    Tips

    • Alocasias go dormant in winter, so don't be alarmed if growth slows down during this period.
    • To encourage your Alocasia to flower, provide it with optimal conditions and allow it to rest during the winter period.
    • If your Alocasia does flower, it's a sign that the plant is healthy and happy. However, if you are not interested in the flowers, you can simply remove them which will help redirect the plants energy into producing new leaves.

    Facts

    • Member of the Araceae family, also known as the arum family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 3,700 species.
    • Alocasias are native to tropical and subtropical regions oof Asia, the Pacific Islands, and Eastern Australia.

    • While Alocasias are grown for their beautiful leaves, they can also produce flowers that are not very showy and non-fragrant.
    • This plant has air purifying qualities and is believed to remove indoor pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene.

    Size

    20 in stock

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