Elephant Ear

Alocasia longiloba 'Silver Crown'

£20.99
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8cm £20.99

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Description

Alocasia longiloba 'Silver Crown' is a compact collector's elephant ear and a new name in our range. Like its relatives it pushes up one leaf at a time from an underground corm, each held upright on its own stalk, so a young plant changes shape with every new leaf. It is a different plant from our Alocasia longiloba 'Silver', and is listed separately.

About the name

Alocasias come from the tropical and subtropical forests of Asia, reaching as far as eastern Australia, where they grow in dappled shade under the canopy. 'Silver Crown' is a trade name, sold under Alocasia longiloba. No breeder or parentage has been published for it, so it is best treated as a selected form rather than a registered cultivar. It sits with our other Alocasia and the wider rare and unusual plants.

Care

Bright, indirect light suits it best, as strong sun scorches the leaves and a dim spot slows growth. From spring to autumn, water when the top few centimetres of compost have dried, and keep it much drier through winter, when it may rest and drop an older leaf before new growth appears in spring. It needs medium to high humidity; dry air browns the leaf edges and invites red spider mite, so a pebble tray, a humidifier or a bright bathroom all help. Keep it warm, ideally above 16C while it is in growth, and never below 10C. Our Alocasia Mix gives the corm the open, free draining compost it needs. All parts contain calcium oxalate crystals and the sap irritates skin, so keep it away from pets and wear gloves when handling it. It makes a good companion for our other humidity loving houseplants.

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How to care for Elephant Ear

Keep me in bright, gentle light away from harsh sun and water me once my top few centimetres feel dry.

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Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

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Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

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About Elephant Ear

Alocasia longiloba 'Silver Crown' is a houseplant that takes a little effort. It needs bright indirect light, watering once the top 2 to 3cm of compost has dried out, a little extra humidity and a minimum temperature of 15°C. It is harmful to pets and small children if eaten.

Good for

Living Room Kitchen

Care level

EasyChallenge

A little effort

Light

ShadeFull sun

Bright, indirect light

Bright, indirect light. Strong sun scorches the leaves; lower light is tolerated but slows growth. Read moreShow less

Bright, indirect light. Strong sun scorches the leaves; lower light is tolerated but slows growth.

Watering

Evenly moistDries out fully

Let the top few centimetres dry out

From April to October, water when the top few centimetres of compost are dry and let the excess drain away. Keep it much drier in winter, as overwatering causes root rot. Read moreShow less

From April to October, water when the top few centimetres of compost are dry and let the excess drain away. Keep it much drier in winter, as overwatering causes root rot.

Humidity

Average homeHigh humidity

Prefers a little extra humidity

Medium to high humidity. Dry air browns the leaf edges and encourages red spider mite. Use a pebble tray, a humidifier or a bright bathroom. Read moreShow less

Medium to high humidity. Dry air browns the leaf edges and encourages red spider mite. Use a pebble tray, a humidifier or a bright bathroom.

Temperature

Keep above 15°C · Likes a warm room

At least 16C during the growing season and never below 10C. In winter it may rest and lose an older leaf; new leaves follow in spring. Keep it away from cold draughts. Read moreShow less

At least 16C during the growing season and never below 10C. In winter it may rest and lose an older leaf; new leaves follow in spring. Keep it away from cold draughts.

Feeding

Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.

Growth habit

Upright →

Plant type

Aroid →

Toxicity

Harmful if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and wash your hands after pruning.

Also known as

Alocasia longiloba 'Silver Crown'

Genus

Alocasia →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'Silver Crown' the same as Alocasia longiloba 'Silver'?

No. Both are sold under Alocasia longiloba, but they are different plants and we list them separately. 'Silver' is the long, narrow, arrow leaved silver form already in our range.

What is Alocasia longiloba 'Silver Crown'?

A selected form of Alocasia longiloba sold under the trade name 'Silver Crown'. No breeder, parentage or botanical description has been published for it yet.

Why is my Alocasia losing leaves in winter?

Alocasias often slow down or rest in winter and may drop an older leaf. Keep the plant warm, above 10C, water sparingly until spring, and new leaves will follow from the corm when temperatures and light improve.

Is Alocasia toxic to cats and dogs?

Yes. All parts of Alocasia contain calcium oxalate crystals, which cause painful irritation of the mouth and throat, drooling and vomiting if chewed. Keep it out of reach of pets and children and wear gloves when handling it, as the sap irritates skin.

How much humidity does an Alocasia need?

Medium to high. In dry, heated rooms the leaf edges brown and red spider mite becomes likely. A pebble tray, a humidifier or a bright bathroom keeps it comfortable.

Are your plants treated with pesticides?
We aim to avoid using pesticides where possible, but we can't control the whole supply chain.

If the plant is going into a vivarium, terrarium or aquarium with live animals, rinse the leaves and roots well, remove any soil and let the plant dry out before adding it. We'd also suggest keeping it away from animals for a month first.
Can I see a photo of the exact plant I'll receive?
We're not able to send photos of individual plants or let you choose a specific one, as plants are selected by our team when your order is packed. Our photos show the variety and the kind of plant you can expect, and yours may vary a little in height, shape or fullness.

If a size has a code next to it, such as 9cm / B2, you're buying the exact plant pictured.
Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 7 days with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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Alocasia are some of the most striking houseplants you can grow. Bold, architectural leaves on slender stems that immediately draw the eye. They're native to tropical and subtropical forests across Southeast Asia, where they grow on the forest floor in warm...

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