Alocasia Plumbae Metallica Starter Plants (2) Bare Root

About This Plant

Alocasia Plumbae Metallica is a tropical rhizomatous houseplant admired for its metallic-toned foliage, bold veining, and upright growth. This listing features two starter plants with established root systems, grown in 2-inch nursery pots for cultivation. Plants ship bare root with the original soil pod wrapped to protect the roots.

What You Will Receive

Two live Alocasia 'Plumbae Metallica' starter plants. Each plant is shipped bare root with its original soil pod intact. 2-inch nursery pots are used for cultivation but are not included with the shipment. Root systems are fully established but plants are not fully rooted into the nursery pots.

• Includes 2 Alocasia 'Plumbae Metallica' starter plants
• Grown in 2-inch nursery pots for cultivation
• 2-inch nursery pots are not included
• Shipped bare root with the original soil pod wrapped for protection
• Leaf loss during shipping is normal for Alocasias
• Natural variation in foliage color, veining, and plant size should be expected

Important Notes

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, or partially defoliated depending on season and shipping requirements. You will receive a live starter plant; photos show a mature stage for reference only. Actual plant size and appearance may vary and be significantly smaller than images.

Growing Information

Common Name: Alocasia Plumbae Metallica
Scientific Name: Alocasia 'Plumbae Metallica'
Plant Type: Tropical rhizomatous houseplant
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: Cream to white spathe and spadix (rare indoors)
Sunlight: Bright indirect light
Soil: Well-draining aroid potting mix
Water: Keep soil lightly moist but not waterlogged
USDA Zone: 10–12

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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