Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear

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Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear – Striking Tropical Foliage Plant

Add bold, tropical drama to your space with the Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear, a stunning plant known for its large, deep green leaves with striking veining. This elegant Alocasia brings an exotic, jungle-like feel to any bright indoor space, making it a must-have for plant lovers.

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Scan the plant pot QR for instant access to our care guide for your plant. No hassle, no stress, just healthy and happy plants.

This plant is:
✔️ Fast Growing
✔️ Air-Purifying
✔️ Ideal for Bright Indoor Spaces
✔️ Great for Gifting
✔️ Loved by Aroid Enthusiasts

The Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear thrives in warm, bright rooms with high humidity, where it can show off its broad, dramatic foliage. It benefits from consistent care and makes a fantastic statement plant either as a standalone piece or combined with other tropicals for a lush indoor garden effect.

✨ Each plant is individually hand-selected from our current stock. Size, leaf shape, and colouring may vary slightly – every Alocasia is unique.

🪴 Plants are shipped in nursery pots using recyclable and reused packaging materials, and each plant includes a scannable QR code for full care guidance.

🪴 Quick Care Guide
☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light – avoid harsh direct sun
💧 Watering: Keep the soil lightly moist; allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings
💦 Humidity: High humidity preferred – mist regularly or use a humidifier
💡 Extra Tip: Use our Highland Moss premium potting mix to encourage strong root development and healthy growth

⚠️ Important:
Please note that the Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear is not pet-friendly and should be kept out of reach of pets.

How often should I water my Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear?: Keep the soil lightly moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. This approach helps maintain the ideal moisture level for healthy growth.
Is the Alocasia Sumatra suitable for beginners?: This plant is fast-growing and air-purifying, making it a rewarding choice for beginners. However, it does require consistent care, particularly with regard to light and humidity, to thrive.
Can I use the packaging materials for other purposes once I receive my plant?: Yes, the packaging materials are recyclable and reused, encouraging sustainability. Feel free to repurpose them for your other packing needs or recycle them appropriately.

Care Guide for Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear

☀️ Light

☀️☀️▫️ (Medium)

The Alocasia Sumatra thrives in bright, indirect light. It’s best to avoid harsh direct sunlight which can scorch its stunning leaves. A spot near a window with a sheer curtain is ideal for filtering light.

💧 Water

💧💧▫️ (Medium)

Keep the soil lightly moist, allowing the top layer to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering or letting it sit in water can lead to root rot, so ensure adequate drainage.

🌡️️ Temperature

🌡️️🌡️️🌡️️ (Warm)

This tropical plant prefers warm environments typical of indoor settings. Aim for temperatures between 18°C to 25°C to keep your Alocasia happy.

💦 Humidity

💦💦💦 (High)

Alocasia Sumatra loves high humidity environments. Regular misting, a pebble tray, or a humidifier can help meet its humidity needs, mimicking its natural jungle habitat.

💦 Repotting

Repot your Alocasia every two years or when it outgrows its pot. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally our Highland Moss premium potting mix, to support healthy growth and root development.

🐾 Pet Friendliness

Please note that the Alocasia Sumatra Elephant Ear is not pet-friendly. Keep it out of reach of curious pets to avoid any accidents.

☀️ Recommended Locations at Home

This plant suits bright kitchens, living rooms, or offices where it can enjoy indirect sunlight without drafts. It’s a fantastic statement plant that draws the eye.

🌬️🪴 Air Purifying

This Alocasia is known for its air-purifying qualities, helping to refresh the indoor air and remove toxins.

✨ Other Plant Features

Each Alocasia Sumatra is unique, with slight variations in leaf shape and size. This plant is not only a beautiful addition to your home but also grows relatively fast, rewarding you with rapid changes and growth.

Should you have more questions or need further assistance, remember Mossbot is here to help! Feel free to contact us via our website, and don’t forget about our free plant hospital service if your Alocasia needs extra care.

Authentic Photos of Our Plants: We take every photo you see, showcasing the actual plants we offer. Each plant is selected randomly unless otherwise stated, adding a touch of surprise to your order.

Natural Variations Make Each Plant Unique: No two plants are the same. Differences in size, leaf count, and minor cosmetic imperfections are part of their charm and individuality, making your plant truly one of a kind.

Healthy Plants, Always: While we can’t guarantee an exact match to the photos, we promise to send only happy, healthy plants that are well-cared for and ready to thrive in your space.

Let Your Plant Settle: Allow your new plant to adjust to its surroundings for 1–2 weeks before repotting, propagating, or making any major changes. This settling-in period reduces stress and helps your plant flourish.

Shipped-in Trusted Potting Mix: Our plants are delivered in a standard grower’s potting mix. When you’re ready to repot, choose from our premium-quality mixes designed specifically for aroids, succulents, and terrariums, available in our shop.

Expert Guidance on Repotting: I’m unsure if it’s time to repot. Check out our article, When to Repot Your Plant, for expert advice on keeping your plant healthy and happy.

Support for Climbing Plants: For Monstera, Philodendron, and Syngonium, add one of our handmade sphagnum moss poles and a watering drip cup. These accessories encourage natural growth, support larger leaves, and keep your plants neat and upright.

Simple Care at Your Fingertips: Every plant includes plant care instructions, and you can scan the QR code on the nursery pot to access detailed guides. For additional help, our Moss Bot is available 24/7 on the website to answer your plant care questions.

Complete Your Plant Setup: Browse our selection of stylish planters, precision pruning tools, watering tools, full spectrum grow lights, eco-friendly pest treatments, organic plant food, and efficient watering accessories. Everything you need for a thriving plant collection is just a click away.
Sustainably Packed with Care: Your plant will arrive safely, packed with reused and environmentally friendly materials. While we take great care to prevent damage, some fragile plants may experience minor leaf loss during transit—but don’t worry, your healthy plants will grow back.

Perfect for Every Plant Parent: Whether you’re just starting your plant journey or have a home filled with greenery, our products and accessories are designed to help you succeed.

We carefully wrap every order using eco-friendly materials wherever possible.

We use the Royal Mail tracked 24 delivery service.

Orders take 1 – 2 days processing time to send; orders placed before 1.30 pm are usually sent the same day.

Delivery is £6.95 per order, reduced to only £3.95 when you spend £20 or more

Spend over £80 for free delivery!

Free collection from our shop in Aberdeen and £3 local delivery available

On rare occasions, we may use alternative couriers if necessary.

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Brilliant service. Plants came quickly and well packaged and they were so healthy. Really please. Will be back.

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Beautiful plants, extremely fast delivery and easy website to navigate. Thank you so much for my plants. I absolutely love them… pet friendly options too 🙂

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I did not expect the items in my order to be so stunning and utterly joyous! The moss just sprang into verdant glory as soon as I unshackled it from its wax paper and unleashed it in its prepared spot in the miniature Lord of the Rings mood garden 🤪 As I said to the postie, forget snow to eskimos, we are shipping moss to Argyll! Lovely wee selection. The moss pole with cup is brilliantly designed and will make my monstera much happier in a room heated with a log burner and near a radiator. She is already very tolerant and happy but this will hopefully set her up for winter. A daily drench of warmed rainwater on that pole will recreate Amazonia for a plant that in my experience loves heat as long as humidity is good and I’m confident she will take over the world. Please never stop doing extensions!

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