{"product_id":"alocasia-black-cobra-black-jewel-elephant-ear","title":"Alocasia ‘Black Cobra’ – Black Jewel Elephant Ear","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis Alocasia's bold, dark stems give it a striking appearance and help it stand out in any plant collection. The large, mid-green leaves are a glossy texture with the distinctive, curved arrowhead shape characteristic of the genus. With its enigmatic shapes and tall, upright growth habit, this Alocasia will really make a statement in your home. A favourite for collectors, it's easy to see why this might be a popular choice. Keep this plant cosy, warm and humid and it will reward you with plenty more of its distinctive leaves and stems. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia macrorrhiza\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Cobra' (not-colocasia with big roots)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSynonyms: \u003cem\u003eArum macrorrhizon, Caladium macrorrhizon, Colocasia macrorrhizos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis plant is likely a hybrid with or cultivar of the species given. A. macrorrhiza was published as a species name in 1839.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBlack Cobra Alocasia, Black Jewel Elephant Ear, Black Jewel Alocasia\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOriginating in Oceania, this plant is native to Northeastern Australia, the Bismarck Archipelago, Borneo, Maluku, New Guinea, the Philippines, Solomon Islands and Sulawesi\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMake sure this plant's location is bright during the daytime; avoid direct midday or afternoon sun, which can scorch it, but a spot of morning or evening sun will be helpful, especially in autumn and winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLet the top third of the soil dry between waters; water less in autumn and winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAlocasias do best in moderate humidity; a pebble tray to increase local humidity will be useful in drier areas, or while radiators or fans are operating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a blend with plenty of moisture-retentive elements like coir and vermiculite while allowing oxygen to the roots, with elements like bark or zeolite. A mix designed for Alocasias would be ideal. Repot every two years in spring, and make sure to water the day before to help the roots adapt.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed your Alocasia every four waters while it's growing more in spring and summer, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHappy in a range of temperatures between 10-30°C, your Alocasia will grow best between 18-30°C, and needs to not drop below 10°C suddenly or for long periods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans, so keep curious fingers and paws away.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRapidly-yellowing older leaves are a sign of too much water, so if you spot this, make sure you're allowing the soil to dry out a little before watering again. Too much water can cause your plant to rot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"14cm","offer_id":55654999851389,"sku":"3974254053471","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"-","offer_id":55654999884157,"sku":"1974254053471","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/alocasia-black-cobra-black-jewel-elephant-ear-792575.jpg?v=1743536763","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/alocasia-black-cobra-black-jewel-elephant-ear","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}