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Also known as
Lime Zinger Elephant Ear
Taxonomy
Xanthosoma sagittifolium 'Lime Zinger'
Xanthosoma
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Arrow Leaf
How often to water your Arrow Leaf

every 9
Arrow Leaf needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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
Finding light for Lime Zinger Elephant Ear in your home

a window
Arrow Leaf may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Arrow Leaf in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Arrow Leaf

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 Arrow Leaf after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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I need help! I just got this bad boy a few weeks ago and he’s dying! What do I doooooo #LimeZingerElephantEar
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What's eating my elephant ear? And how do I stop it?
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Y’all loooookkkkkkk I just saw this in my plant room as I was going through it I’m getting a new leaf soon!!! #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PlantTherapy #GrowLights #PlantCorner
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I've gotten two different species-- what is this?! Its def not a pink syngonium, other one was "taro." Please help!
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Self watering pots for alocasia? Looking for opinions/ perspectives on the use of self watering pots for alocasia? I've got an issue with humidity/extreme dryness in my house because of the heat and fireplace going basically around the clock so my watering schedule is guess work at best? I did some research on alocasia and all signs point to "heavy drinkers," so I put my black velvet and my Mickey Mouse each in their own self watering pot. I am just getting nervous despite no real signs/symptoms of overwatering or distress that this is a bad idea. Opinions? #alocasiaaddicts #alocasia #selfwateringplanter
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Is neem oil enough? Is neem oil enough to treat spider mites? I just noticed some on my Mickey and basically drowned it in neem oil spray and know to keep an eye on it and spray every 2-3 days, but is neem oil enough or should I be using something else too? Also: look! She's throwing a new leaf! Aaaaaand I'd be remiss to say I HIGHLY fear spiders so my anxiety is through the roof 🤦♀️🤣
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I’m not sure what’s going on with my elephant plant. I only water when completely try. I’m using my meter stick. It sits in the west window , no direct sun. Please help as my plant is turning brown and yellow 🥺. #ElephantEar #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict
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#HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PropagationStation #evilgenius I did a Thing…. Completely by accident but this little guy is very quickly becoming my favourite plant. A couple months ago I got hold of 2 Mickey Mouse xanthasoma juveniles, one had 2 growth points and a long enough stem with roots growing in opposite directions on each end. I naturally did the only thing I could and chopped it in half and Ta Daaaa 3 plants!! However I completely forgot about Bonsai 101…. Because I snipped the stem when the smallest one was barely a green triangle sticking out (if they weren’t bare rooted I wouldn’t have seen the second growth point) so when I snipped it, the plant decided it must be Forever Smol and now I have an accidental bonsai Mickey Mouse xanthasoma the size of a dwarf syngonium 🥰😍🤣 how’s that for some #madscientist crazy plant experimenting 😜 sometimes you succeed, sometimes you kill plants experimenting and other times you get something wonderful and completely unexpected 😊 And I shall call him Squishy 😏
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Why are my leaves so..SAD? Hi all, been struggling with my Mickey Mouse taro 😩 it had gorgeous big, well variegated leaves. Then I moved it to pon. Then it got spider mites. So I treated it with insecticidal spray and have been using neem as a preventative. The leaves now though are coming out very small and very crinkly. Any ideas how to encourage it to it's former glory?? #taro #alocasia #thatalaskalife (just sprayed, forgive the droplets!)
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Wilting Leaves on my Mickey Mouse Alocasia #MickeyMouseTaro #alocasiaaddicts Hello, I am still new to indoor plants so I am not sure what my plant needs at the moment. I noticed one of the leaves starting to brown around the top edge so I moved it to a brighter area but that leaf's stalk is now wilting.
Arrow Leaf 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
Arrow Leaf 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.
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Arrow Leaf
Arrow Leaf
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

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