Alocasia Priceps ‘Purple Cloak’ – Purple Cloak Elephant Ear – 6 Inch

The Purple Cloak Alocasia has pointed, arrow-shaped, dark green leaves develop a purple cast on the undersides and stem. This tropical plant loves warmth, humidity, and water. A lovely large-scale houseplant.

Purple Cloak Alocasia Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Alocasia priceps ‘Purple Cloak
• Common Name: Purple Cloak Alocasia, Purple Cloak Plant
• Family: Araceae 
• Native Range: Southeast Asia

Purple Cloak Alocasia Care Guide

• Care: Moderate 
• Light: Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct light.
• Water: Keep soil moist, but not soggy
• Humidity: High
• Temperature: 59-80F. Avoid cold drafts.
• Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
• Feeding: Fertilize 1/2 strength monthly during the spring and summer
• Growth: Upright. Can grow to 2-6′ tall
• Propagation: Root division in spring or early summer
• Pests: Look out for mealybugs, spider mites, aphids
• Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets.

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