{"id":86524,"date":"2025-09-08T16:15:22","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T15:15:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/produto\/uncategorized\/variegated-elephant-ear-alocasia-macrorrhiza-variegata-24-cm-pot\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T08:59:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T08:59:31","slug":"variegated-elephant-ear-alocasia-macrorrhiza-variegata-24-cm-pot","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/plants\/indoor-plants\/variegated-elephant-ear-alocasia-macrorrhiza-variegata-24-cm-pot\/","title":{"rendered":"Variegated Elephant Ear &#8211; Alocasia macrorrhiza &#8216;variegata&#8217; (24 cm pot)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <em>Alocasia macrorrhiza &#8216;variegata<\/em>&#8216; is distinguished by its massive heart-shaped leaves, featuring unique patterns of dark green and irregular white patches that never repeat. It can reach between 1.8 and 2.5 m in height under ideal conditions and in fertile soil. The lush foliage decorates spaces with a tropical and exotic feel. Indoors, it is a true statement piece. Its massive leaves and white patches make it distinct, exotic, and highly sophisticated.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Scientific name<\/strong>:  <em>Alocasia macrorrhiza f. &#8216;variegata&#8217;<\/em><br \/><strong>Common names<\/strong>: Variegated Elephant Ear<br \/><strong>Family<\/strong>: <em>Araceae<\/em><br \/><strong>Origin<\/strong>: Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Philippines)<br \/><strong>Climate<\/strong>: Tropical to subtropical<br \/><strong>Category<\/strong>: Indoor plant<br \/><strong>Approximate height<\/strong>: 1.30\u20131.50 m<br \/><strong>Pot diameter<\/strong>: 24cm<\/p>\n<p><strong>CUIDADOS<\/strong><br \/><strong>Light<\/strong>: Prefers bright indirect light or partial shade. Intense direct light can burn the leaves, especially the white variegated areas.<br \/><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Ideal between 18 \u00b0C and 29 \u00b0C. Temperatures below 15 \u00b0C can cause damage; in cold climates, it is recommended to keep it as an indoor plant.<br \/><strong>Watering<\/strong>: Keep the substrate consistently slightly moist. In winter, reduce slightly but don\u2019t let the soil dry out completely, especially in the bottom third.<br \/><strong>Humidity<\/strong>: Prefers high levels (60\u201380%). Benefits from regular misting or a humidifier, especially in drier environments.<br \/><strong>Fertilization<\/strong>: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer, approximately every 2 to 4 weeks, to support growth and enhance variegation.<br \/><strong>Pruning<\/strong>: Removing yellow or scorched leaves helps keep the plant looking good and healthy. It\u2019s also helpful to wipe dust off the leaves to support photosynthesis.<br \/><strong>Life cycle<\/strong>: Perennial, but may go dormant in cold climates, with foliage dieback.<br \/><strong>Soil<\/strong>: Light, fertile, well-draining substrate. Ideally, a mix of potting soil with perlite or coconut coir to ensure good drainage.<br \/><strong>Not Pet Friendly<\/strong>: All parts of the plant are toxic. Contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, vomiting, excessive drooling, and even breathing difficulties if ingested by humans or animals.<br \/><strong>Fun Fact<\/strong>: The variegated foliage follows no set pattern, making every leaf visually unique. It is a standout piece in tropical gardens and ornamental plant collections.<\/p>\n<p>WARNING! Representative photo &#8211; the photo shown is of a specimen in stock at the time the product was added to the online catalog and is for reference only. A planta fornecida ser\u00e1 similar \u00e0 da foto sendo que, dependendo da fase do ciclo vegetativo em que se encontre, poder\u00e1 variar na forma, apar\u00eancia ou tamanho (ex: outra tonalidade de folha, com ou sem flor\/fruto, etc). A altura referida inclui o vaso pl\u00e1stico que se v\u00ea na fotografia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Alocasia macrorrhiza &#8216;variegata&#8216; is distinguished by its massive heart-shaped leaves, featuring unique patterns of dark green and irregular white patches that never repeat. It can reach between 1.8 and 2.5 m in height under ideal conditions and in fertile soil. The lush foliage decorates spaces with a tropical and exotic feel. 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