Alocasia infernalis aka Alocasia Kapit Black Panther

Taxonomy

Common names

Alocasia Kapit Black Panther, Alocasia 'Black Panther', Alocasia Black Panther, Black Panther Alocasia

How to care for Alocasia Kapit Black Panther

Water

Alocasia Kapit Black Panther should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Alocasia Kapit Black Panther 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.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Alocasia Kapit Black Panther prefers bright indirect 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.

Dormancy

During the wintertime, it is common for Alocasia Kapit Black Panther plants to go dormant and their growth rate may slow down. Therefore, the amount of waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

Humidity

The Alocasia Kapit Black Panther does not demand additional humidity levels. Water is mostly absorbed by the roots of plants, rather than their leaves, and the best way to provide humidity to your plants is through watering the soil.

Fertilizer

Once the Alocasia Kapit Black Panther has doubled in size or after a year has passed, it should be moved to a new pot. By replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the vital nutrients, your plant will receive all the sustenance it needs, negating the requirement for fertilizer. It's important to remember that plants get their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Region of origin

Alocasia Kapit Black Panther’s native range is tropical and subtropical Asia and Eastern Australia.


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