Alocasia Gaigantla California (jiffy sized)

Description

In India, we can sell this Alocasia Gaigantla California (jiffy sized) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal

General Information

• Scientific Name: Alocasia gigantea ‘California’
• Common Name: Giant Elephant Ear, California Giant Alocasia
• Plant Type: Perennial tropical plant
• Family: Araceae

Description

Alocasia gigantea ‘California’ is a massive, tropical foliage plant prized for its enormous, glossy green leaves that can reach several feet in length. It creates a bold, exotic statement in gardens and indoor spaces. Compared to other Alocasia species, ‘California’ is often more compact yet still features impressive, large leaves.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate partial shade. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which may scorch the leaves.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
• Soil: Well-draining, rich, loamy soil with organic matter. A mix of peat, perlite, and compost works well.
• Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures (65–85°F or 18–29°C). Not cold-hardy and should be brought indoors if temperatures drop below 50°F (10°C).
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity (above 60%). Misting or a humidity tray can help in drier environments.

Care and Maintenance

• Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).
• Pruning: Remove dead or yellowing leaves to maintain health and appearance.
• Dormancy: May go dormant in cooler months, especially if exposed to lower temperatures. Reduce watering during dormancy.
• Pests/Diseases: Susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, and root rot if overwatered. Ensure proper airflow and avoid waterlogging.

Landscape and Indoor Use

• Ideal for tropical gardens, large containers, and indoor spaces with sufficient humidity.
• Works well as a focal plant in shaded or semi-shaded garden beds.