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Colocasia Stealth Crypto 3cm H15cm

Colocasia Stealth Crypto 3cm H15cm
£37.00 GBP
£37.00 GBP
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Meet Colocasia 'Stealth Crypto'—a compact young collector plant with a darker, stealthy look that should become bolder as it sizes up. It is best treated as a warmth-loving baby rather than a standard windowsill plant.

  • The Formal Name: Colocasia 'Stealth Crypto'
  • The Nickname: Stealth Crypto Elephant Ear
  • Roots: A cultivated ornamental Colocasia grown for unusual foliage character and corm-based growth.
  • Natural Vibe: Warm, humid, wet-season growth with filtered light and rich, airy compost.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Bright indirect light or soft grow lights suit it best. Low light will slow it down and reduce leaf quality.
  • Best Room: A warm plant cabinet, propagator shelf or bright humid room is ideal until it is larger.
  • Snacks: Feed lightly once established; increase only when new leaves are coming strongly.
  • Tropical Feels: Higher humidity supports smooth unfurling and reduces crispy edges.
  • Cosy Factor: Aim for 20–28°C. Avoid chilly nights, cold glass and draughts.
  • Thirst: Keep gently moist, not soaked. Tiny Colocasia dislike being cold and wet before roots are active.
  • Safety First: Not pet-safe – aroid foliage contains irritating calcium oxalate crystals, so keep away from pets and children who may chew leaves or stems.
  • The Bedding: A fine but airy aroid mix with perlite works well for the small root system.
  • Family Tree: Offsets or corm division once mature.
  • Space Needs: Small now, but pot on gradually; do not over-pot a tiny corm.
  • Speed: Slow to settle, then quick once warm and rooted.
  • Uninvited Guests: Spider mites and thrips can mark new leaves; inspect regularly.
  • Moving Day: Wait for active roots before moving up.
  • Haircut: Remove only fully spent leaves.
  • Fresh Air: Give warm airflow, not a sealed damp corner.
  • Plant Lore: Rare Colocasia plugs can look delicate at first; stable warmth is the real secret to getting them moving.
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