Alocasia cuprea aka Giant Caladium

Giant Caladium requires a bit more attention and knowledge to thrive, making it a suitable plant for those with some gardening experience.

Giant Caladium should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Giant Caladium loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Giant Caladium prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the cold period, it is common for Giant Caladium to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more during this period.

Giant Caladium is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

The Giant Caladium does not necessitate supplementary humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their roots, rather than their leaves. Hence, the most effective way to supply humidity to your plants is by watering the soil.

The Giant Caladium should be transferred to a new pot once it has increased in size two-fold, or on an annual basis, whichever occurs earlier. Replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the necessary nutrients, is sufficient enough to support the growth of the plant, thus avoiding the need to use fertilizer. It's important to note that plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

The Giant Caladium is a clumping species, with new growth arising from the soil surrounding the parent plant.

Giant Caladium’s native range is tropical and subtropical Asia and Eastern Australia.

If you provide your Giant Caladium with adequate amounts of sunlight and water, it will bloom.