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Dwarf Elephant's Ear
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Exotic foliage brings a dramatic tropical flavor to your home. This tightly clumping elephant ear produces glossy dark green leaves with lime green veins.
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Plant Details
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Common name
Dwarf Elephant's Ear
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Botanical name
Alocasia micholitziana
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Variety
'Polly'
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Zone
Prefers moderate home temperatures of 65-90°F (18-32°C)
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Light
Low light (indoors)
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Height
24-30" (61-76 cm)
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Feed
Monthly when actively growing.
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Water
Maintain moderately moist soil.
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Bloom Time
Foliage Plant.
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Maintenance
Tolerates lower light levels
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Marylou N.'s collection
- Randy G.'s collection