Alocasia 'Calidora' – Pot 4" (6–18")

Alocasia 'Calidora'

Large green elephant ear, 'Calidora' quickly forms a spectacular clump of enormous, heart-shaped leaves. In a 4" (6–18") pot, it makes an excellent focal point for adding a tropical feel to a patio, greenhouse, or bright room in Canada.

• Foliage: large, bright green, veined leaves with a very architectural shape.
• Growth habit & size: vigorous plant that can reach 120–180 cm in a pot with good conditions.
• Use: large decorative pot, hothouse, indoor jungle corner.
• Special features: rapid growth in summer with heat, humidity and regular watering.
• Format received: young rooted plant in a 4" pot (15–45 cm / 6–18").

Care sheet – Culture in Canada

• Light: bright light in partial shade; avoid direct, scorching sunlight through a window, especially during the hottest hours.
• Watering: keep the soil slightly moist, allowing the top to dry out a little between waterings; do not leave stagnant water in the cachepot.
• Substrate: rich but well-draining potting soil, ideally with perlite or bark to prevent compaction.
• Temperature: ideal between 18 and 30 °C; go inside before the temperature drops below 12 °C.
• Humidity: likes high ambient humidity (>50%): greenhouse, bright bathroom or humidity tray.
• Fertilizer: fertilize lightly every 2–3 weeks in spring and summer; stop in winter.
• Summer outdoor cultivation: possible in pots or directly in the garden (rich and moist soil), provided that the rhizomes or the pot are brought inside before the frost.