Alocasia Hilo

The Alocasia Hilo is a stunning tropical plant known for its large, heart-shaped leaves and striking coloration. Its botanical name is Alocasia x Amazonica 'Hilo Beauty'. Sometimes referred to as Elephant Ears.  Alocasia Hilo features large, arrowhead-shaped leaves that are typically a vibrant green.  The leaves have wavy edges, adding to the plant's ornamental appeal.

Size: This plant can grow up to 2-4 feet (60-120 cm) tall and wide, making it a substantial addition to indoor spaces.

Light Requirements: Alocasia Hilo thrives in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch its leaves, so it's best to place it in a location with filtered sunlight or where it receives bright, indirect light.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Alocasia Hilo prefers high humidity, so misting the leaves or using a humidity tray can help maintain optimal moisture levels.Temperature: It prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C) and is not tolerant of cold drafts or temperatures below 60°F (15°C).

Soil: Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix to ensure good drainage and aeration for the plant's roots.

Alocasia Hilo is a stunning plant that can add a tropical flair to any indoor space with proper care.

 Available in the following packaging based on your preference:

• 2" - Standard plastic 2-inch planter pot that can be placed inside a larger pot or left as is until it outgrows it.
• 6 " - Standard plastic 6 inch planter pot that can be placed inside a larger pot or left as is until it outgrows it.
• Wanda - Porcelain 3.5-inch pot ceramic marble planter with drainage hole and matching rose gold ceramic tray.

• If your plant needs added humidity our Plant Mister would make a perfect addition to your plant shelf for both function and beauty.

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Our plants are shipped from our indoor greenhouse in South Florida. Please note all our plants are one of a kind and if you want to message us we can send you a picture of the exact one you will receive. The product image here is intended to be the best representation of what you can expect to receive but yours may have slightly less or more growth depending on the crop we have when your order is placed. Any lifestyle pictures are meant to demonstrate how a fully grown or more mature plant looks for you to get a sense of it in your space.

All our plants ship exclusively with UPS to ensure they arrive timely and in good condition. We ship most of our plants Mondays & Tuesdays to most of the USA to ensure they arrive speedy to your location. If you order on a Tuesday after 12 PM ET it is possible that we would not ship it till the following Monday.

We monitior the weather in each destination location to maximize the shipping time and utilize thermal protection to ensure that the plant is protected. You can add a heatpack or thermal bag to your order if temperatures at night fall below 40 degrees.

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