Alocasia scalprum
Native range: Samar Island The Philippines
Known names: Jewel Alocasia, Jewel Elephant Ear
Hardiness: Best kept above 60°F
Mature Size: ~15" Tall x ~15" Wide
Light: Morning sun, dappled light, frosted window
Water: Allow soil to lightly dry to the touch before watering
Soil: Well-draining, chunky aroid mix (bark, perlite, coco coir); standard potting soil with added pumice or perlite
Dormancy Period: N/A
Pet-Safe: No
Plant Size: Grown in 3" pot, shipped semi bareroot.
 
Leathery, dark green, spear shaped leaves with deep veining. Compact-growing