Elephants Ear - Cucullata - Shop Online!
Elephants Ear - Cucullata - Shop Online!
Elephants Ear - Cucullata - Shop Online!
Elephants Ear - Cucullata - Shop Online!
Elephants Ear - Cucullata - Shop Online!
Elephants Ear - Cucullata - Shop Online!
Elephants Ear - Cucullata - Shop Online!

Elephants Ear - Cucullata

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Choose a Nursery / Grow Pot that fits the Decorative Planters, applicable for Ceramic, Cotton Cord, Terrazzo, Terracotta Planters

Nursery Pot (black plastic)

Decorative Planter (ceramic etc)

8 - 10cm

10 - 12cm 

12cm

13 - 14cm

14 - 15cm

16 - 17cm

18 - 20cm

18 - 21cm

25cm

26 - 30cm

30cm

32 - 35cm

35cm

36 - 40cm

40cm

42 - 45cm


Follow this Sizing Guide for Palm Leaf Baskets (Sinan, Fundo, ShiShi etc.) and Senegalese Baskets:

Nursery Pot (black plastic)

Basket Inner Diameter Size

14cm - 15cm

16cm

18 - 19cm

20cm

20cm

25cm

25cm

30cm

30cm

35cm

35cm

40cm

40cm

45cm

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Scientific name: Alocasia Cucullata
Synonym: Chinese taro, Chinese ape, Buddha's hand, and hooded dwarf elephant ear

  • Good luck charm
  • Heart-shaped glossy foliage
  • Statuesque vintage vibe
  • Jungle Vibes
  • Plant level: Intermediate

Comes in a 14cm Nursery Pot.

The Elephants Ear Cucullata is a well known and common Elephants ear with lovely deep green heart-shaped leaves on tall slender stems and is often called Buddha's hand. You will find this gorgeous plant lining Buddhist temples across Thailand and Laos as a symbol of good luck.

These are some of the easiest Elephants Ears to care for. The Cucullata is general does not require excessive care, although they are sensitive to humidity and temperature making them a little more advanced for beginners.

They appreciate warm brightly lit locations but be sure not to expose this heart-shaped beauty to direct sunlight as this will damage the glossy leaves. This good luck charm is also very fond of high humidity, so if you have a warm bright bathroom, this will be a great location for the Alocasia Cucullata, however, it can handle drier conditions as long as you pay attention to your plant’s needs. Watering is also crucial to keeping this houseplant thriving, Alocasias, in general, prefer moist soil with a brief drying-out period between watering, yet prolonged dryness can be fatal. 

Another important note is that these are deciduous plants, meaning that during dormancy it is common for them to shed their leaves. If this does happen place your plant in a warm bright spot and water sparingly until new shoots appear and resume with regular watering.

Elephant Ears dominated living rooms throughout the 50s and have made a comeback with a graceful stride, adding that little extra statuesque vintage vibe to any indoor jungle. So, pair your Elephants Ear with a bold planter to draw attention to its stunning foliage. Place larger specimens at floor level or on a stand for extra height and smaller plants will look graceful as a tabletop centrepiece. 

Please note: Alocasia are toxic to pets and humans.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these instructions to keep your Elephants Ear healthy and happy.

Water: Keep soil evenly moist, but not saturated, so ensure that the drainage is good. Waterless often in winter.
Light: Bright, indirect light, keep away from direct sunlight.
Humidity: Enjoys a humid environment and good airflow. Normal room humidity should be fine but will enjoy a bright bathroom.
Fertilize: Diluted balanced feed every two weeks, Spring to Autumn, reducing to monthly in Winter.

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Collections: 6 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town
No Charge. We'll notify you once your order is ready, usually 1-2 days from order.

Cape Town & Surrounds
R60 fee, delivery usually within 2-4 working days from order.

Major Centers (Jhb, Dbn etc.)
R95 fee, delivery usually within 4-7 working days from order.

Regional Areas (e.g. Hermanus, Springbok, etc)
R100 fee, delivery 2-5 days from order (CPT regional), 5-8 days (rest of SA).

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