Alocasia Jacklyn
Alocasia Jacklyn (Alocasia sulawesi sp.) is a newly discovered plant in the aroid family. Native to Indonesia, it's thought to be a mutation of another species, Alocasia portei. This attractive tropical plant is known for vivid green foliage marked with fine dark lines. Deep lobes give each leaf the shape of a stag's head.
Light
Put your alocasia Jacklyn in a spot with medium to bright indirect light. Keep the plant out of direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves. An east-facing window that gets only weak morning light or a spot several feet from a south or west-facing window is ideal.
Soil
Pot alocasia Jacklyn in chunky, well-drained soil that holds moisture. You can purchase a pre-made aroid blend or make your own. Mix one part potting mix with five parts chunky amendments like vermiculite, perlite, coarse sand, or orchid bark.
Water
How often to water your alocasia Jacklyn will depend on the time of year and the conditions in your space. During the growing season, your plant will need more water than in the winter, when growth slows down. Check the soil moisture before watering. Only water when the top few inches of soil have dried out to avoid root rot.
Temperature and Humidity
Alocasia Jacklyn is a tropical plant, so it will grow best in warm conditions with high humidity. The ideal range is between 65 and 85 degrees. Temperatures below 60 degrees will slow growth and can damage your plant. If you've placed the plant outside for the summer, make sure to bring it inside when temperatures dip to 60 degrees. Because of its tropical origins, the plant prefers a humidity level of 60% or more. More humidity leads to bigger leaves with better color.
Returns & Insurance
In the event an item is damaged during shipment, a return or replacement will be offered. During this return process the customer will be required to submit pictures of the damaged item for review.
There is a five day "New Home" adjustment period is standard with all plant purchases. This period begins at the time of purchase and covers plants that have received "reasonable" care. Accidental death, heat damage, over watering, under watering, etc is not covered.