
Alocasia amazonica ‘Bambino’ – Compact African Mask Plant
R120.00
The Alocasia ‘Amazonica Bambino’ is a compact, bold tropical plant featuring dark green, arrow-shaped leaves with striking white veins—perfect for small indoor spaces and collector displays.
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Description
🌿 Alocasia ‘Amazonica Bambino’ Care Sheet
Light:
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Can tolerate medium light, but bright indirect light keeps leaves vibrant.
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the glossy, dark green leaves.
Watering:
Water when the top 2–4cm of soil is dry.
Keep soil evenly moist but never soggy.
Ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.
Humidity:
Thrives in high humidity (60–80%).
Ideal for bathrooms, terrariums, or use with a humidifier.
Low humidity can cause brown leaf edges or curling.
Temperature:
Ideal range: 18–28°C.
Sensitive to cold; avoid temperatures below 15°C and cold drafts.
Soil:
Use a well-draining aroid mix (potting soil with perlite, orchid bark, and coco peat).
Good aeration prevents root rot and promotes healthy growth.
Fertilizing:
Feed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Stop fertilizing during autumn and winter.
Pruning & Maintenance:
Remove yellow or damaged leaves at the base.
Wipe leaves gently 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 go semi-dormant in winter, slowing growth.
Resume regular care in spring.
Common Problems:
Yellow leaves → overwatering or poor drainage.
Brown tips → low humidity or inconsistent watering.
Pests → spider mites, mealybugs, thrips.
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Refund Policy
*Handling Times
Raw terracotta pots: 3–5 business days.
Custom-painted pots: 5–7 working days lead time.
*Returns & Refunds
Any return or refund requests must be communicated within 24 hours of receiving your order.
Proof is required: unboxing video or clear photos of the product(s) and all original packaging materials.
Returns/refunds will not be processed without this evidence.
*Live Plant Shipping
Live plants are shipped only on Mondays and Tuesdays to reduce transit time.
Exception: Orders within the Gauteng Province may be shipped outside these days up until Thursdays.
*Disclaimer
While we take the utmost care in packaging your order securely, we cannot be held responsible for damages caused during transit by the courier.
Claims for courier-related damages must be submitted directly to the courier service, supported by the required unboxing video/photos
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- Store Name: Pixels and Petals
- Vendor: Pixels and Petals
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