The Alocasia 'Tiny Dancer' is a delightful compact variety, known for its much smaller foliage compared to other Alocasia species. Its delicate leaves create an unruly, whimsical appearance that adds a touch of charm to any indoor plant collection. This tuberous plant remains compact even as it matures, making it an excellent choice for limited space environments.
Native to: Alocasia species are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Eastern Australia. The 'Tiny Dancer' cultivar, while cultivated, mimics the growth conditions of its wild relatives, thriving in warm, humid environments.
Water: Alocasia 'Tiny Dancer' prefers to be watered little and often. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Watering should be more frequent during the growing season and reduced during the plant's dormancy in winter.
Light: This plant thrives in bright, indirect, or filtered light. East-facing windows are ideal as they provide gentle morning sunlight, which is sufficient without the risk of leaf scorch. Avoid direct midday sun to prevent damage to its delicate leaves.
Humidity: While this Alocasia will grow well outside of a terrarium or cabinet, it thrives with higher humidity levels typical of tropical plants. Aim for a humidity level of around 60% or higher. To achieve this, consider grouping plants together, using a humidifier, or placing the plant in a bathroom or kitchen where humidity levels are naturally higher.
Temperature: Maintain a temperature range of 18°C to 24°C for optimal growth. The 'Tiny Dancer' does not tolerate cold well and should be kept away from temperatures below 15°C. It thrives in the stable, warm conditions similar to its native tropical habitat.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
