Description
Add tropical charm to your space with Alocasia Bambino Arrow—a striking plant with bold, arrow-shaped foliage. Alocasia Bambino Arrow is a compact, elegant plant known for its narrow, arrow-shaped dark green leaves with striking white veins. This tropical beauty is perfect for adding a bold, exotic touch to small indoor spaces.
Full Botanical Name: Alocasia × amazonica ‘Bambino Arrow’
Common Names: Bambino Arrow, Jewel Alocasia
Country and/or Region of Origin: Hybrid cultivar; parent species native to tropical Asia and Eastern Australia
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Thrives in humid, shaded environments under the canopy of tropical forests
Care Information:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; can tolerate medium light but avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn
Ideal Room: Suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms with indirect sunlight and higher humidity
Feeding: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer
Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist the plant regularly or use a humidity tray
Ideal Temperature: Best kept between 65°F and 80°F (18°C to 27°C)
Watering: Water when the top inch of soil becomes dry; ensure the soil is evenly moist but not waterlogged
Pet/Child Safe: Toxic if ingested
Soil Type: Use a well-draining potting mix enriched with organic matter
Propagation: Propagates easily via stem cuttings; place cuttings in water until roots develop, then transplant into soil
Eventual Height and Spread: Typically grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall and spreads outward
Growth Rate: Moderate
Pests and Treatment: Check for pests like aphids and spider mites; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary
Repotting: Repot annually or every other year to refresh the soil
Pruning: Prune to maintain shape and encourage denser foliage
Air Purification: Helps remove indoor air pollutants, improving air quality
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