Alocasia Platinum Starter Plants — 2 Live Bare-Root 4–6 Inches

About This Plant

Alocasia Platinum is an evergreen tropical foliage houseplant known for its metallic silver, elephant-ear shaped leaves. This listing features young starter plants that will develop their reflective foliage as they mature with proper care. Plants are shipped bare root with wrapped root ball for moisture protection during transit.

What You Will Receive

2 live Alocasia Platinum starter plants. Each plant is approximately 4–6 inches tall. Shipped bare root with wrapped root ball (no pot). Healthy, rooted plants with secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Alocasia Platinum
• Botanical Name: Alocasia 'Platinum'
• Plant Type: Evergreen tropical foliage houseplant
• Growth Stage: Starter plant
• Sun Requirements: Bright, indirect light
• Soil: Well-draining aroid mix with perlite and orchid bark recommended
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil lightly moist but never soggy
• Mature Height (indoors): 2–3 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (indoors in cooler climates)
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip

Pot your Alocasia Platinum soon after arrival using a well-draining aroid mix. Maintain warm temperatures and high humidity to encourage healthy growth and the plant's signature metallic foliage. Avoid direct sun and overwatering to prevent leaf scorch and root rot.

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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