Alocasia Cucullata + Lauterbachiana Pack (Elephant Ears) — 2 plants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alocasia Cucullata easy to care for? Yes, it is one of the most robust and tolerant Alocasias — it handles light variations and missed waterings better than most other varieties in the genus.
How can I prevent Alocasia leaves from drooping? Leaf drooping almost always indicates a lack of water — water immediately and the leaves usually straighten within 24 hours; if the soil is wet, it is instead a sign of overwatering.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🌿 2 Alocasias with complementary foliage • 🎨 Heart-shaped leaves + wavy leaves • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 🏙️ Elegant tropical duo
This Alocasia pack brings together two varieties of Elephant Ears with highly complementary silhouettes: Alocasia cucullata with large, glossy green heart-shaped leaves and Alocasia Lauterbachiana with long, narrow, wavy dark green leaves and highly pronounced veins. A balanced duo combining brightness and graphic appeal, among our plant bundles.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, these two Alocasias share the same light and humidity requirements - making their daily care easier to manage. Watering, humidity, and winter dormancy are the three keys to successfully growing Alocasias.
The 2 varieties in this pack
This pack brings together two Alocasias with very different silhouettes that complement each other visually:
- Alocasia cucullata - H55 cm | Pot Ø19 cm - large, rounded, glossy green heart-shaped leaves, with an elegant, upright, luminous growth habit. Adds freshness and lightness to the arrangement.
- Alocasia Lauterbachiana - H80 cm | Pot Ø19 cm - long, narrow, wavy dark green leaves with highly pronounced light veins, and a structured, slender growth habit. Adds graphic appeal and depth.
What is included in this pack
- 1 Alocasia cucullata - H55 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
- 1 Alocasia Lauterbachiana - H80 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
Light & placement
Both Alocasias in this pack share the same light requirements - bright indirect light to partial shade, with no direct sun that could scorch their large leaves.
- Light: bright indirect light to partial shade - avoid direct sun.
- Ideal location: living room, office, entryway, or bedroom with a bright window and no direct sun.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, with no sudden fluctuations or drafts.
- Substrate: rich, light, and well-draining - houseplant potting soil mixed with perlite.
Place the Lauterbachiana in the background for its height and slender leaves, and the Cucullata in the foreground for its rounded, luminous leaves - a natural balance between the two silhouettes.
Watering & care
Both varieties share the same requirements - a slightly moist substrate and high ambient humidity. The light-humidity balance is the most important factor in keeping their foliage healthy.
- Watering: moderate - keep the substrate slightly moist without ever leaving it waterlogged.
- Frequency: approximately once a week in spring and summer, reduced in winter.
- Drainage: essential - use pots with drainage holes and a well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: thrives at 60-80% - mist regularly or place near a humidifier.
- Fertilizer: every 2 to 4 weeks in spring and summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shine.
If the leaves droop slightly, it is almost always a sign of insufficient water - water the plant and they will generally recover within 24 hours.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
This duo already creates a balanced tropical arrangement on its own - it can also be incorporated into a more ambitious XXL arrangement.
- Complete this duo with an Alocasia Zebrina with striped stems, or choose the trio of three Alocasias with highly distinct silhouettes.
- Place the Cucullata in the Elho Brussels White decorative pot Ø20 cm - the clean white finish enhances the glossy green of its rounded leaves.
- Place the Lauterbachiana in the Elho Brussels Anthracite decorative pot Ø20 cm - the anthracite gray accentuates the contrast of the light veins against the dark green background.
- For a living room or entryway arrangement, add a Monstera Deliciosa with split leaves - three very different tropical foliage types (rounded / wavy-veined / split) for an arrangement fully inspired by Alocasia and extended to tropical plants.
Verdeia tips
- Maintain high humidity for both plants: this is the most important factor - in a heated apartment during winter, mist 2 to 3 times a week or place a humidifier nearby; brown edges on the leaves almost always indicate air that is too dry.
- Repot every 1 to 2 years in spring: use slightly larger pots with fresh, well-draining substrate - when done properly, repotting stimulates rapid growth in both varieties and encourages the production of new large leaves.
- Cut old yellowing leaves at the base: it is normal for a lower leaf to turn yellow as a new one emerges - cut it cleanly at the base with clean scissors to maintain a dense, vigorous growth habit in both plants.
Technical specifications
- Pack contents: 2 Alocasia plants
- Variety 1: Alocasia cucullata - H55 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
- Variety 2: Alocasia lauterbachiana - H80 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
- Common name: Elephant Ear
- Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia
- Adult size: up to 80-100 cm indoors
- Light: bright indirect light to partial shade
- Watering: moderate - slightly moist substrate
- Substrate acidity: pH 5.5-7.0
- Care: moderate
- Toxicity: toxic to animals and children if ingested (calcium oxalate crystals)
- decorative style: urban jungle / tropical / elegant
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The size and shape of the leaves naturally vary according to the season and growing conditions.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.