Alocasia 'Purpley' Elephant Ear plant Cephalotus The plant comes from intermediate

The plant comes from intermediate elevations in nature but it's been reported to tolerate warm conditions

It produces enormous blood red pitchers with a brilliantly flared peristome

Photo 4 is a mature plant

We've found that veitchii really prefers good drainage and we recommend using an open mix with net pots

Alocasia 'Purpley' Elephant Ear plant Cephalotus The plant comes from intermediateAlocasia 'Purpley' is one of our favorite varieties. It's a selected clone of Alocasia x amazonica which produces brilliant Purpley emergent leaves with gorgeous veining. The backs of the leaves stay deep purple. Growing instructions, pot and soil will be included in the shipment. This product is considered an Intermediate Tropical plant. Please see our Aroid Shipping guidelines and Shipping and Guarantees policy. Most of our products come with