Description
Bring a tropical touch to your collection with Alocasia ‘Pride of Corup’—a stunning plant with bold, glossy leaves. Alocasia ‘Pride of Corup’ is a rare and stunning tropical plant with large, dark green, arrow-shaped leaves featuring pronounced veins. Its dramatic, glossy foliage makes it a striking addition to any plant collection.
Full Botanical Name: Alocasia ‘Prince of Curup’
Common Names: Prince of Curup
Country and/or Region of Origin: Sumatra, Indonesia
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Found in a valley surrounding the town of Curup, characterized by a subtropical humid climate with moderate humidity ranging from 60% to 70% and temperatures varying between 48°F/9°C to 88°F/31°C during the day.
Care Information:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.
Ideal Room: Suitable for living rooms, bathrooms, or kitchens with indirect sunlight and high humidity.
Feeding: Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer.
Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist regularly or use a humidity tray to maintain moisture levels.
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 via division; separate offsets from the main plant and pot them separately.
Eventual Height and Spread: Typically grows up to 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) tall and wide.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Pests and Treatment: Check for pests like aphids and mealybugs; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary.
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound.
Pruning: Remove dead or yellowing leaves to maintain appearance and encourage new growth.
Air Purification: Helps purify indoor air by removing toxins.
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