Alocasia does not like to grow in the sun and needs to be placed in a cool place for maintenance. Generally, it needs to be watered every 1 to 2 days. In summer, it needs to be watered 2 to 3 times a day to keep the soil moist at all times. In the spring and autumn seasons, light fertilizer should be applied every other month to make it grow better. Usually, alocasia macrorrhiza can be propagated by the ramification method.

alocasia

1. Appropriate lighting
Alocasia has a certain difference from most plants. It likes to grow in a cool place. Do not place it in direct sunlight at ordinary times. Otherwise, the branches and leaves will brun easily. It can be carefully maintained under astigmatism. In winter, it can be placed in the sun for full sun exposure.

2. Water in time
Generally, Alocasia can grow better in a warm and humid environment. It needs to be watered in time at ordinary times. Generally, it needs to be watered every 1 to 2 days. For pruning, water 2 to 3 times a day and keep the soil moist at all times, so that it can get sufficient moisture and grow better in pot.

3. Topdressing fertilizer
In fact, in the cultivation methods and precautions of alocasia, fertilization is a very important step. Generally, sufficient nutrients are required for the alocasia, otherwise it will grow poorly. Normally, in spring and autumn when it grows vigorously, it needs to be applied thin fertilizer once a month, do not fertilize it at other times.

4. Reproduction method
Alocasia can be reproduced by a variety of methods such as sowing, cutting, ramets, etc. However, most of them are usually propagated by using ramets. Disinfect the wound of the plant, and then plant it in the potting soil.

5. Matters needing attention
Although alocasias are resistant to shade and are afraid of direct sunlight, they can be exposed to at least 4 hours of light in winter, or they can be exposed to sun the whole day. A nd it must be noted that the temperature in winter should be controlled at 10~15℃, so as to make it passing the winter safely and growing normally.


Post time: Nov-11-2021