Bambino Alocasia

Description

Bambino Alocasia, also known as the Jewel Alocasia, has to be one of the most beautiful house plants you can grow. With dark green, arrow-shaped leaves and contrastingly bright-colored veins, the Bambino Alocasia will brighten up any indoor space. A smaller alocasia variety native to Southeast Asia.Best Locations For Growing Bambino Alocasia Bambino Alocasia is happy to be grown in any room as long as it receives enough light and is protected against any cold draughts or burning sunlight. Bambino Alocasia Sunlight RequirementsThe Bambino Alocasia plant requires a bright spot, although avoid any direct sunlight, especially during the middle of the day, which will scorch the wonderful foliage.Bambino Alocasia CarePreferring a high humidity environment, Bambino Alocasia will benefit from regular misting and even placement near a shower from time to time. It prefers a light and free-draining soil mix and should be kept at 60 – 85 °F. Dead leaves can be removed by cutting the stem at the base of the plant.Watering Bambino Alocasia Bambino Alocasia requires evenly moist soil at all times. Water regularly, using harvested rainwater if available at room temperature.Feeding Bambino AlocasiaThe Bambino Alocasia plant will benefit from a monthly feed using a houseplant fertilizer from early spring until late summer.Bambino Alocasia InformationLight Exposure: Bright Indirect LightCare Requirements: MediumWatering Requirements: Average – Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.Pet Friendly: NoKid Friendly: NoAir Purifier: ModerateHabit: UprightGrowth Rate: FastMature Height: 12-24 inchesMature Spread: 12-24 inchesFlowering: YesFlower Color(s): YellowFlower Shade/Description: YellowFragrant: NoFoliage Type: Foliage Color(s): Green, BlueFoliage Description: Purple GreenTemperature: 65° – 80°F (18° – 27°C)Humidity: Should Not Dip Below 60°FCommon Name: Bambino AlocasiaOther Name(s): BambinoScientific Name: Alocasia amazonica ‘Bambino’Plant Type: House Plant