4” Xanthosoma atrovirens albomarginata (variegated 'Mickey Mouse')
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Care
Care
Bright indirect light
Water when soil is mostly dry
Loves humidity
This rare variegated Xanthosoma atrovirens albomarginata, nicknamed 'Mickey Mouse' for its unique leaf shape, is the perfect addition to any indoor plant collection. Boasting a striking variegated pattern, it will quickly become the centerpiece of your home.
This plant can occasionally arrive with a few yellow leaves. This is normal and the plant will continue to produce new variegated foliage in your care.
Xanthosoma atrovirens care:
Xanthosoma atrovirens prefers a well draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Allow your plant to dry out almost completely between watering, taking care to not allow it to sit in excess water or remain too dry for an extended period. Provide your plant with bright indirect light for optimal growth.
Note: It is very common for this species to lose some leaves or arrive to its new home looking a little sad. These plants do bounce back with extra time and care. There are no credits or replacements on this species.
Additional information:
Alocasia is a genus of plants in the Aroid family native to many parts of Asia including but not limited to Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Australia.
There are at least 90 officially recognized Alocasia species, with more discovered and properly named every year. Alocasia come in all sizes, from small to large. Jewel types like Black Velvet tend to stay on the bushier, more compact side.
Alocasia are rhizomatous or tuberous and self reproduce from corms.
Alocasia can go dormant during the cooler months, so try to provide your plant with temperatures above 50deg to ensure that they stay happy and healthy during this period.
I love this plant. It was so worth it. The colors are better in person.
My “Mickey Mouse”arrived with all ears attached and doing well. He arrived with an unfurled ear which has opened beautifully. Seems to be doing very well in his new home.
My Mickey plant came in great condition. She is absolutely adorable and have 0 things to say about her.
We are glad to hear you are speechless! Enjoy!
I am very pleased with the plant however 2 of the leaves arrived damaged from the cold no doubt. Lost those 2 leaves within a week but the remaining leaf has held on and 1 new baby leaf has grown since.
A very neat plant! I don’t have anything like it in my collection and it stands out amongst them all!