

Alocasia micholitziana 'London Eye'
Alocasia micholitziana 'London Eye'
14,99€ EUR
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Description
Alocasia micholitziana is native to the Philippines, where it is widespread on the island of Luzon and its surrounding smaller islands.
There, it grows in the rainforest, often in clearings and along trails at elevations of approximately 1,200–1,500 m. This species is common and widespread and likely occurs over a wider elevation range than the few available location records suggest.
It is a large species, reaching heights of up to about 1.50 m, though it usually remains smaller. The leaves grow to about 60 cm long and 30 cm wide. Typically, however, it grows to “only” about 50 to 60 cm tall, with leaves measuring approximately 40 × 20 cm. Like most Alocasia species, it bears only a few leaves at a time—about 4 to 7. When fresh, the leaves are light green, a color that darkens over time. In a shaded location, the leaves turn velvety black, making the white veins stand out strikingly. One of the most beautiful Alocasia. Incidentally, the leaves also feel velvety to the touch!
The inflorescences have a white bract and usually appear singly in cultivation, though larger specimens may produce up to 4 inflorescences at a time.
The species is quite variable in the wild, and there are several cultivars of it, all of which look slightly different.
This form, which was introduced to the market as ‘London Eye’ and is now sometimes referred to as ‘Round Type,’ has more rounded leaves with more pronounced white veins. We find that it also has slightly thicker, more robust leaves than the standard form available commercially.
You’ll receive a young plant in a 9 cm pot, approximately 10 to 20 cm tall.
Care tips
Light & Location
Substrate & Repotting
Watering & Fertilizing



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