A rare Alocasia with deep purple elegance for your urban jungle

Alocasia Longiloba 'Purple' | Fast EU shipping | Grown with love in the EU

Summary: This stunning small Alocasia Longiloba ‘Purple’ showcases velvety deep green leaves with striking purple undersides, adding dramatic flair to any indoor plant collection.

✨ Why You'll Love the Alocasia Longiloba 'Purple'

• Unique arrow-shaped foliage with dark green tops and rich purple undersides
• Compact size (H20 cm) ideal for desks, shelves, and German apartments
• Adds exotic, moody character to minimalist or boho interiors
• Fast-growing under the right conditions
• P10.5 nursery pot – easy to repot into your favourite decorative planter

🌞 Light & Placement

Thrives in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun to prevent leaf burn. Perfect near east or north-facing windows in European homes.

💧 Water & Humidity

Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Loves high humidity – mist regularly or place near a humidifier to maintain leaf health.

🪴 Soil & Potting

Use a well-draining aroid mix with perlite and orchid bark. Repot every 1–2 years in spring as roots develop.

🐾 Toxicity & Safety

Toxic to pets and humans if ingested. Keep out of reach of cats, dogs, and curious little hands.

🌱 Growth & Propagation

Grows from underground rhizomes, producing new shoots. Can be propagated by carefully dividing rhizomes during repotting.

📆 Seasonal & Special Care

During winter, reduce watering slightly as growth slows. Prefers stable temperatures above 18°C; protect from drafts and cold windowsills.

🐛 Common Issues

Watch for spider mites and yellowing leaves due to overwatering or low humidity. Increase humidity and check soil moisture regularly.

🧬 Botanical Background

Native to Southeast Asia, Alocasia Longiloba is prized for its sculptural foliage and is part of the diverse Araceae family, closely related to Alocasia ‘Polly’ and ‘Dragon Scale’.

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