Alocasia puncakborneensis
Alocasia puncakborneensis is a rare and highly sought-after species from the rainforests of Borneo, admired for its elegant foliage and distinctive silvery-blue tones. New leaves emerge a luminous pale green before gradually maturing to a cool grey-green with a subtle metallic sheen, creating a beautiful contrast between fresh and mature growth.
With its upright habit and refined leaf shape, this unusual alocasia makes a stunning focal point for any tropical houseplant collection. Given warmth, high humidity and bright indirect light, it develops into an impressive specimen while retaining its sophisticated, understated colouring.
- Other names: Puncak Borneensis, Puncak Borneo, Elephant Ear
- Useful to know: Toxic if ingested - not safe for pets and children
- Eventual height: Can grow up to 80cm
- Origins: Tropical rainforests of Borneo
Alocasia Care Sheet
Light: Needs bright but indirect light, as strong full sun will scorch the foliage. The leaves turn toward the light so rotate the plant to prevent it leaning
Water: Requires regular watering to keep the soil moist, but not saturated. As a rainforest plant it is used to growing in damp conditions. Browning leaf edges are a sign of underwatering, and water droplets on the leaf tips indicate the plant sweating out excess moisture, called guttation. Reduce watering if this occurs
Soil/Nutrition: Well-draining houseplant compost mix, feed monthly in spring and summer
Humidity: Enjoys regular misting, or a pebble tray to replicate the humid rainforest environment
Pruning and propagation: Dust the leaves to help keep the plant in top condition. Trim off faded leaves to keep neat. Can be propagated by rhizome division of the corms in spring and summer
Experience Level: Moderate
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EAN code8720858462615
- Brand
- Pot Size8cm
- Care LevelModerate
- Light LevelsBright but Indirect
- Height12cm
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