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alocasia 'golden bone'

Care level

Medium

Features a distinctive golden vein running through the center of each dark green leaf, creating a bold contrast. The underside of the leaves has a burgundy coloration, and this Alocasia variety can grow to substantial proportions when mature, with dark reddish flower structures appearing periodically.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Warm (60.8°F - 89.6°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 50 and 85% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Wide/Shallow

Wide/Shallow

Prefer a pot that is wider than it is deep.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Upright

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Cat
Dog

Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The alocasia golden bone can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Origin & references

Created from hybridization.
This natural hybrid was introduced to the market in 2006 by Indonesian grower astri.yanto on threads. According to reports, he acquired the specimen from a friend who supposedly collected it from the jungle, though the exact circumstances of its discovery remain somewhat unclear.
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