This small variety produces attractive, deep green heart shaped leaves with contrasting, silvery-green spines and veins, and purple undersides; this striking tropical makes a great houseplant; prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Polly Amazon Elephants Ears attractive large glossy heart-shaped leaves remain dark green in color with distinctive silver veins and tinges of plum purple throughout the … Read more
The Amazon Elephants Ear plant also known as Alocasia, is a popular houseplant revered for its oversized vibrant leaves. However, these tropical beauties can fall victim to tiny sap-sucking insects called thrips. Left unchecked, thrips can seriously damage elephant ear plants by leaving behind ugly scars, causing foliage to curl and twist, spreading viruses, and … Read more
Hi hello! Welcome to Mindful Monstera. I’m Sarah, the author and creator of this blog. I’m glad to have you here. I have always loved the elephant ear houseplant. It is a true beauty isn’t it? Honestly, a statement house piece I might add. I’m going to be dropping all the secrets and knowledge that … Read more
With their huge vibrant leaves in shapes like elephant ears alocasia are stunning tropical plants increasingly popular for outdoor landscaping. Though they thrive in tropical environments, you can successfully grow these tropical beauties in summertime gardens even in cooler climates. With the right planting methods and care, your elephant’s ear will flourish all season long … Read more
Elephant ears are tropical perennials known for their lush, large leaves. The plants are found in the Colocasia, Alocasia, and Xanthosoma genus, among others. Though botanically distinct and native to different parts of the world, all elephant ears share similar growing conditions. Another common denominator is their fast growth rate. Elephant ears reach their mature … Read more
That glossy, vibrant Amazon Elephant’s Ear plant is the crowning jewel of your indoor jungle. But keeping those dramatic leaves hydrated can be a challenge. Overwater and you risk root rot. Underwater and leaves turn crispy and brown. So how do you determine precisely when your finicky friend needs a drink? Let’s explore the tell-tale … Read more
Of all the pests that plague gardens throughout the season, aphids are among the most destructive, overwhelming, and frustrating. Also known as plant lice, garden lice, or greenflies, they seem to multiply overnight and can quickly invade a garden, leaving you with sticky, stunted plants that struggle to survive. Not ones to be particularly picky, … Read more
Alocasia, or Elephant Ear plants, are prized for their sculptural elegance, as well as their ability to grow large when conditions are right, whether they are used as a feature plant in an outdoor landscape or as an indoor feature. Their tall, elegant stems and large, often spear-shaped leaves create a jungle-like atmosphere inside, where … Read more
The Amazon Elephants Ear plant, scientifically known as Alocasia amazonica, is an exotic tropical plant cherished for its stunning large leaves that resemble an elephant’s ears. Caring for this plant takes some specific steps to help it thrive indoors Follow this guide to master Amazon Elephants Ear plant care Choosing the Right Pot Pick a … Read more
The Amazon Elephant’s Ear plant also known by its botanical name Alocasia amazonica is a stunning tropical plant known for its impressively large arrow-shaped leaves. While these plants are commonly grown from tubers, did you know you can also propagate them from seed? Growing an Elephant’s Ear plant from seed can be deeply rewarding, allowing … Read more