Chinese taro

Chinese taro Alocasia cucullata

What is the plant

Alocasia cucullata is a species of flowering plant in the arum family known by the common names Chinese taro, Chinese ape, Buddha's hand, and hooded dwarf elephant ear. It is kept as an ornamental plant.

The Alocasia cucullata has beautiful heart shaped glossy green foliage with prominent veins on tall green stems. Also known as Buddha's hand it is believed to bring good fortune and is often kept in Buddhist temples across its native Thailand and Laos. Combine with the Swiss cheese plant, Monstera deliciosa for tropical tranquility in your home. These plants are harmful if eaten and are a skin and eye irritant. They should be kept out of reach of children and animals.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

18°C - 25°C

Hardiness zone

7b - 10b

Difficulty

Medium

Toxicity

Poisonous

Water
Chinese taro needs 0. 8 cups of water every 9 days when it doesn't get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5. 0" pot.
Sunlight
12-14 hours of indirect sunlight.
Fertilizer
Mix the recommended amount of liquid fertilizer and water in a watering can. Then simply pour the mix into the soil as if you're watering the plant.

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Soil
Loam contains a proportion of 40% sand, 40% silt, and 20% clay.
Pruning
Get rid of damaged leaves and stems. This is important because damaged leaves and stems can actually be an energy drain on your plant. By removing those dead parts, you're taking some of that work off your plant’s plate and allowing it to divert its energy into healthy leaves and new growth!
Temperature
As long as the plant is cultivated indoors the Alocasia cucullata makes few demands on the temperature (10°-30°Celsius / 50°- 86°F).
Container
Ceramic pots are the most popular type of containers for houseplants today. You'll find them in all kinds of styles, colors, and sizes. At one time, the clay pot was the most common container for indoor plants. When choosing a pot, choose a pot that is 2.5-5 cm (1-2”) larger than the current size.
Popularity
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