Alocasia Nairobi Nights

Description

🌿 Alocasia ‘Nairobi Nights’ Care Sheet

Light:

• Prefers bright, indirect light.

• Can tolerate medium light, but leaves develop best color and size in bright, filtered light.

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the dark, glossy leaves.

Watering:

• Water when the top 3–5cm of soil is dry.

• Keep soil lightly moist, never waterlogged.

• Reduce watering slightly in winter or during dormancy.

Humidity:

• Thrives in high humidity (60–80%).

• Ideal for bathrooms, terrariums, or use with a humidifier.

• Low humidity can cause leaf edges to brown.

Temperature:

• Ideal range: 18–28°C.

• Avoid temperatures below 15°C and protect from drafts.

Soil:

• Use a well-draining, airy aroid mix (potting soil, perlite, orchid bark, coco peat).

• Ensures healthy roots and prevents waterlogging.

Fertilizing:

• Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

• Pause fertilization in autumn and winter.

Pruning & Maintenance:

• Remove yellow or damaged leaves at the base.

• Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to maintain their glossy appearance.

Repotting:

• Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound.

• Best done in spring, using a slightly larger pot.

Dormancy:

• May enter semi-dormancy in cooler months.

• Slower growth or temporary leaf loss is normal; resume care as temperatures rise.

Common Problems:

• Yellow leaves → overwatering or poor drainage.

• Brown tips → low humidity or inconsistent watering.

• Pests → spider mites, mealybugs, thrips.