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Alocasia Melo 14cm H35cm

Alocasia Melo 14cm H35cm

£29.00 GBP
£29.00 GBP
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Alocasia melo is a compact jewel Alocasia prized for its thick, heavily textured leaves resembling sculpted stone. Its blue-grey tones and dramatic veining make it a favourite among collectors of unusual foliage.

  • Full Botanical Name: Alocasia melo
  • Common Names: Melo Alocasia
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Borneo
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Shaded tropical forest floors with high humidity

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright indirect light; avoid direct sun.
  • Ideal Room: Plant rooms, cabinets
  • Feeding: Light feeding every 4–6 weeks
  • Humidity: High (70–85%)
  • Ideal Temperature: 20–27°C
  • Watering: Keep evenly moist but never soggy
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic
  • Soil Type: Airy, fast-draining aroid mix
  • Propagation: Rhizome division
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 30–45 cm
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Pests and Treatment: Spider mites
  • Repotting: Every 2 years
  • Pruning: Minimal
  • Air Purification: Moderate
  • Folklore: Textured foliage symbolises resilience and endurance
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