LOW RIDER is a dwarf selection of Alocasia ‘Portora’. Mature plants will reach up to 2′ tall with a similar spread. The glossy, heart-shaped leaves have wavy margins and are held on thick, stout leaf stalks.
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Attributes
Type: Tropical
Height: 1-2 feet
Spread: 1-2 feet
Light: Bright Indirect
Water: Medium
Zone: 9 – 11
Pet Safe: Extremely toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Care
General Maintenance: Can be repotted annually if the plant has become quite rootbound.
Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures. Ideally, keep at room temperature (around 20°C – 23°C). Keep above 10°C or they will go into dormancy.
Light:Best in part shade or filtered sun
Watering: This plant prefers its soil to be kept moist (but not soggy). In the winter they do not need as much water as they will during the growing season.
Fertilizer: Fertilize in spring and summer seasons. Can use compost or a liquid fertilizer.
Soil: Use a well draining soil. This can be achieved by using a general peat-based soil and adding perlite or orchid bark to create aeration for the roots.