Elephant ear plant in 5inch nursery pot

Place your plants on window sills where it can get the brightest possible indirect light.
Bright indirect light is when the plant is within a couple of feet of a natural source of light.

Always check your plants before watering, the topsoil should be dry to touch.

The Elephant Ear Plant gets its name from its large, heart-shaped or arrow-shaped leaves that resemble the ears of an elephant. These striking tropical plants are known for their bold foliage, which can grow anywhere from 1 to 3 feet wide and sit atop tall, sturdy stalks. Depending on the variety, the leaves may be lush green, deep purple, or even variegated with white or yellow patterns.

• Height & Spread: Can grow between 3 to 6 feet tall indoors, and up to 8–10 feet outdoors in tropical climates.

• Leaves: Dramatic, glossy, and prominently veined; some varieties point upward (Alocasia), while others droop downward (Colocasia).

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing in warm, humid environments; thrives in containers, water gardens, or as statement plants in landscapes.

• Origin: Native to tropical Asia and South America, commonly grown as ornamentals worldwide.

🌱 Quick Care Notes

• Light: Bright, indirect light (tolerates some filtered sun).

• Water: Loves consistently moist soil; Colocasia can even grow in shallow water.

• Humidity: High humidity preferred (above 60%).

• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.

• Toxicity: Leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystals—toxic if ingested by pets or humans.