Alocasia odora 'Batik' - 2.5L / 17cm / Medium medium

Alocasia odora 'Batik' - 2.5L / 17cm / Medium mediumAlocasia odora Batik is a rare and highly ornamental elephant ear prized for its dramatic cream and soft yellow marbled variegation across broad, glossy green leaves. Each leaf is uniquely patterned with intricate, almost hand painted veining that resembles batik fabric, giving this cultivar its name. Larger and more architectural than many Alocasia, it forms an upright clump with impressive tropical presence while still being suitable for bright

The green growth at the top needs to harden and thicken before removing the stake

Grows well outdoors in frost-free northern NZ when sheltered from wind

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Reduce watering frequency in winter but provide lightly moist soil

Size C H:35 x W:41 x D:41 cm

Give your home a subtle seaside flair while showing off your favorite plants with this chic piece

possibly with parentage linked to Philodendron bipinnatifidum and Giganteum

Aggressive root system so keep this plant away from water pipes

The guide covers watering

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allowing soil to dry out more between waterings while avoiding total dryness

Fertilise your Xanthosoma atrovirens every month during the growing season (spring to autumn) with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength