{"product_id":"alocasia-black-stem","title":"Alocasia Black Stem","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eRoyal Black Stem Alocasia 'Black Stem' (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003eAlocasia 'Black Stem'\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eGet ready to bring absolute botanical drama into your home or office,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e bold tropical architecture, and one of the most striking silhouettes in the world of houseplants – the stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"168\" class=\"\"\u003eAlocasia 'Black Stem'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This exotic masterpiece of nature is a true find for lovers of contrasts and expressive forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The plant’s greatest pride,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e its magnet and unmistakable calling card, lies in its name and play of colors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e massive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e arrowhead- or heart-shaped leaves in a vivid,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e emerald green with pronounced veining rise above the soil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e supported by dramatically dark,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e almost black (deep purple-brown) and glossy stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This powerful,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e architectural contrast literally draws the eye and makes this plant the room’s main “sculpture.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At the moment, it is an elegant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e strong, and highly promising \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"772\"\u003e35-40 cm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tall plant in a generous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"799\"\u003e12 cm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pot,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which can grow over time into a substantial floor plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is the most prestigious,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tasteful, and boldest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"919\"\u003egift\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a housewarming,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e design enthusiasts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e “urban jungle” fans, and anyone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e looking for a visually breathtaking,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e yet attention-demanding wonder of nature!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e generous,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but MUST be indirect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eHere's the secret to this plant's large leaves and impressive stature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alocasia needs plenty of light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to grow large leaves and maintain strong stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e However, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"222\"\u003ebe sure to protect it from direct, scorching midday sun\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which can quickly burn its thin leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An east-,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e west-, or slightly shaded south-facing windowsill will be perfect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regular and extremely careful!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alocasias love consistent moisture,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but they \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003eabsolutely cannot tolerate their roots sitting in standing water\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"136\"\u003eWater the plant when the top third of the soil has dried out.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Any excess water in the saucer MUST be poured off within literally 15 minutes of watering,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or the plant's thick,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tuberous roots will quickly rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A lover of tropical warmth and humidity!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It thrives in warm rooms (+18°C to +25°C) and will be extremely happy with high humidity (a humidifier).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"187\"\u003eabsolutely hates cold and drafts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – in winter, keep it a safe distance from open windows and icy glass panes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eKeep away from pets and children:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e All parts of Alocasia contain calcium oxalate crystals,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"110\"\u003ehighly toxic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chewing or swallowing them causes a severe burning sensation in the mouth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e swelling of the lips and throat,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as well as digestive upset in dogs and cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏠 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eBEST ROOM:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBright living rooms, spacious bathrooms with a window, and stylish offices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where this plant, with its dark-and-green contrast, will serve as a central design element and receive the warmth it needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModern, tropical, eclectic, or minimalist interiors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where bold natural geometric lines bring an exclusive character to the space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35-40 cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eA note and a dose of reality about alocasias:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plants are living organisms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when growing alocasias,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you need to know their biggest secret - they are the biggest \"divas\" and drama queens in the world of houseplants!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"197\"\u003eImportant botanical fact:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When an alocasia (especially a young plant) grows a new leaf,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it often draws energy from its oldest (lower) leaf,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which turns yellow,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e droops, and dies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is completely normal,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e natural process - don't rush to cut it off right away,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e let the plant absorb the nutrients,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and then remove the old stem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The second most important fact:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e just like ivy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e alocasias are also a magnet for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"611\" class=\"\"\u003espider mites\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e in dry indoor air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Prevention is worth its weight in gold - once every 1-2 weeks, wipe the large leaves with a damp cloth or rinse the plant in a warm shower!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When you repot it in the future,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BE SURE to use a special,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e extremely airy and coarse \"aroid\" potting mix (with a very large amount of bark,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e perlite, and coconut chips).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Augi-Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55704580292937,"sku":null,"price":18.69,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/0252\/1918\/files\/IMG_4156.heic?v=1792734214","url":"https:\/\/www.augi-plants.lv\/en\/products\/alocasia-black-stem","provider":"www.augi-plants.lv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}