elephant's ear
Alocasia 'Frydek'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Air Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation,Offsets,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 11
Flowers:
Light green spathe with creamy white spadix Flowers
Sun:
part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Poisonous To Humans:
Yes
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
watering
For the best results, water Elephant's Ear (Alocasia 'Frydek') when the soil is dry to the touch, approximately once every 7-10 days. Allow the soil to drain completely after each watering. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot and yellow foliage. During the warm summer months, you may need to water Elephant's Ear more frequently.
sunlight
Elephant's ear (Alocasia 'Frydek') needs bright, indirect light for ideal growth. Direct sunlight should be avoided since it can cause leaf scorching. A spot with bright, indirect sunlight or 2-3 hours of direct sunlight in the morning or late afternoon is ideal. It is best to keep the plant in the sunniest spot you have, as long as the direct midday sunlight is avoided.
pruning
Elephant's ear (Alocasia 'Frydek') should be pruned in early spring after growth begins, removing any dead or damaged leaves and stems. Prune lightly by cutting back the main stems to about 1-2 inches of the soil line. This is to promote new growth and to shape the plant. Avoid excessive pruning as this can stunt its growth. If the plant starts to become too tall or overgrown, it can be lightly pruned back again in late spring or early summer.
