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About alocasia rhino skin
Alocasias, commonly known as Elephant Ears, are some of the most common houseplants although their leaves can reach enormous sizes when grown outdoors! 🐘 They typically only support a few leaves at a time (more, when they get more sun!) so don't be concerned if you see an old leaf begin to retire after a new one emerges. They grow out of underground corms which are similar to bulbs, so next time you repot keep an eye out for baby Alocasias! They contain calcium oxalate crystals so be sure to keep them out of reach if you have children or pets! ⚠️
Taxonomy
Alocasia melo 'Rugosa'
Alocasia
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for alocasia rhino skin

How often to water your alocasia rhino skin

every 9
alocasia rhino skin needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Seattle, Washington.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Seattle, Washington
24% Very Low

Growing alocasia rhino skin in Seattle right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low 📉
February 5th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Seattle is currently very low 📉.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in dete…
Sunlight will increase by 64.9% ☀️
February 5th, 2023
Seattle is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Seattle is expected to increase by 64.9% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 8.7 megajoules of energy per m2 pe…
Daylight will increase by 1.6 hours 📈
February 6th, 2023
This month, Seattle is getting an average of 7.4 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 19.1% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.2 total hours of day…
Finding light for alocasia rhino skin in your home

a window
alocasia rhino skin may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Seattle, Washington ⛅.

How to fertilize alocasia rhino skin

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your alocasia rhino skin after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
When to repot alocasia rhino skin
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ⏳
February 2nd, 2023
The growing potential in Seattle is low 📉.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repot…

alocasia rhino skin prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
alocasia rhino skin may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
alocasia rhino skin doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
alocasia rhino skin does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
alocasia rhino skin should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
It’s common for alocasia rhino skin to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
alocasia rhino skin is native to tropical and subtropical Asia and Eastern Australia.
Care Summary for alocasia rhino skin
alocasia rhino skin
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Seattle, Washington, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
