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You will receive a similar plant to the one photographed and not necessarily the same. If you would like a photo of the exact plant we are sending, just drop us a line! Pots and plants are sold separately unless otherwise specified in the listing.
Alocasia ‘Platinum’ — sometimes called Platinum Elephant Ear — is a striking, collector-favourite Alocasia known for its shimmering silver foliage and sculptural form. Each leaf has a cool metallic sheen and defined venation, giving it a futuristic, almost unreal look. Compact, elegant, and a total showpiece, this variety brings instant drama to shelves and side tables. Although it looks high-end, it’s surprisingly manageable with the right care, making it a brilliant choice for plant lovers who want something rare and special in their indoor jungle.
Plant Care Light: Bright indirect light is perfect. A little morning sun would be chef's kiss for this plant, but would avoid harsher midday or evening sun. ,
Watering: Let the top 2–3 cm of soil dry out before watering. Likes consistent moisture but never soggy soil. Use rainwater or filtered if possible—tap water can cause crisping.
Temperature: Thrives in 18–26°C. Hates temperature swings and dry air—keep it cosy and away from draughts.
Potting: Our Airy Aroid mix is ideal—chunky, well-draining, and moisture-balanced to support healthy roots and lush foliage.
Hot tips: Loves humidity—aim for 60% or more. Avoid misting the leaves directly. May go semi-dormant in winter—cut back watering and wait for spring to bounce back. Wipe leaves gently to keep them dust-free and glowing.
Pet Friendly: NO
Indoor plant
About this plant
Alocasia ‘Platinum’ — sometimes called Platinum Elephant Ear — is a striking, collector-favourite Alocasia known for its shimmering silver foliage and sculptural form. Each leaf has a cool metallic sheen and defined venation, giving it a futuristic, almost unreal look. Compact, elegant, and a total showpiece, this variety brings instant drama to shelves and side tables. Although it looks high-end, it’s surprisingly manageable with the right care, making it a brilliant choice for plant lovers who want something rare and special in their indoor jungle.
Plant Care Light: Bright indirect light is perfect. A little morning sun would be chef's kiss for this plant, but would avoid harsher midday or evening sun. ,
Watering: Let the top 2–3 cm of soil dry out before watering. Likes consistent moisture but never soggy soil. Use rainwater or filtered if possible—tap water can cause crisping.
Temperature: Thrives in 18–26°C. Hates temperature swings and dry air—keep it cosy and away from draughts.
Potting: Our Airy Aroid mix is ideal—chunky, well-draining, and moisture-balanced to support healthy roots and lush foliage.
Hot tips: Loves humidity—aim for 60% or more. Avoid misting the leaves directly. May go semi-dormant in winter—cut back watering and wait for spring to bounce back. Wipe leaves gently to keep them dust-free and glowing.
Pet Friendly: NO
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Every plant is uniqueThe plant you receive will be similar to the one photographed, but not identical. Want to see the exact plant? Get in touch and we’ll happily send you a photo. Rescue plants may have cosmetic damage and are pictured using a healthy example.
Delivery across Great Britain
Live plants travel via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Non-plant items travel via Tracked 48 unless they are packed with a plant.
Dispatch: Orders placed before 2pm are normally dispatched the following day. Orders placed on Saturday are dispatched on Monday.
Cost: £6.99 flat-rate shipping. Click & Collect from our Bristol shop is free.
Local Bristol delivery: Available on orders over £20 for eligible postcodes at checkout and normally completed by our team within 48 hours. Please provide a safe place.
