Alocasia Bambino Arrow (Elephant Ear) - H40 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
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Frequently asked questions
How do I care for an Alocasia Bambino Arrow? Bright indirect light is essential, moderate watering allowing the top few centimeters to dry out between waterings, high humidity of 60-80% — mist 2 to 3 times a week or use a humidifier. Use filtered water to avoid lime deposits. Fertilize once a month in spring and summer.
Is the Alocasia Bambino Arrow toxic to pets? Yes, like all Alocasias, it contains irritating calcium oxalates and is toxic if ingested by dogs and cats. Keep it out of reach of your pets and young children.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Graphic arrow-shaped leaves • 🎨 Glossy dark green with pronounced veins • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H40 cm | Pot Ø14 cm • ⚠️ Toxic to pets
The Alocasia Bambino Arrow is a compact tropical plant native to the forests of Southeast Asia. Its upright arrow-shaped leaves, glossy dark green with very pronounced light veins, give it a unique graphic and dynamic profile within the Alocasia family. Compact size H40 cm | Pot Ø14 cm — perfect for a shelf or desk.
Demanding in terms of humidity, but highly decorative in a small space. Please note: toxic if ingested by pets.
Which Alocasia variety should you choose?
The Alocasia genus includes compact forms and large architectural varieties with very distinct foliage. Here are the most differentiated profiles:
- Alocasia Bambino Arrow (this plant) — glossy dark green arrow-shaped leaves, H40 cm | Pot Ø14. The most graphic and dynamic in a compact format.
- Alocasia Nebula Silver Compacta — metallic silver foliage with nebulous patterns, H30 cm | Pot Ø14. The most sophisticated.
- Alocasia Dragon Scale — textured leaves with silver and green dragon-scale patterns. The most textured and the rarest.
- Alocasia Red Secret — green foliage with copper-red undersides, H35 cm | Pot Ø14 cm. The most colourful.
- Alocasia Macrorrhiza — very large heart-shaped leaves, imposing size H70 cm | Pot Ø19 cm. The largest.
Other varieties of Alocasias are available — Cucullata, Wentii, Zebrina, Regal Shield and more.
Exposure & placement
The Alocasia Bambino Arrow needs bright indirect light to maintain its glossy foliage and contrasting veins — this is its main requirement.
- Ideal exposure: bright indirect light — near an east- or west-facing window.
- Avoid: direct sun that burns the delicate leaves, excessive shade that causes the stems to become spindly and makes the veins disappear.
- Temperature: 18–27 °C, with no sudden changes or drafts.
- Humidity: ideal ambient humidity of 60–80% — mist regularly or use a humidifier.
- Substrate: light, airy, and well-draining — universal potting soil with perlite.
Turn the plant a quarter turn every 2 weeks so that all the leaves receive the same amount of light and growth remains even.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — let the top 2–3 cm of the substrate dry out between waterings.
- Frequency: approximately once a week in spring and summer, less often in winter.
- Water: filtered water or water left to stand for 24 hours — limescale dulls the foliage and can burn sensitive roots.
- Humidity: mist the foliage regularly in dry conditions.
- Drainage: a pot with drainage holes is essential — the roots rot quickly in waterlogged substrate.
- Fertilizer: diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants, once a month in spring and summer.
In winter, Alocasia may lose one or more leaves and enter dormancy — reduce watering and wait until spring. The plant will naturally start growing again with new leaves. The first few days matter: a few simple steps help you welcome a new plant.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its arrow-shaped, upright leaves create a dynamic vertical silhouette that contrasts effectively with round or trailing foliage.
- On a shelf or desk: in a matte white or terracotta ceramic pot, its upright leaves create an immediate graphic vertical accent.
- In a composition: pair it with a Calathea with round leaves or a trailing Pothos to play with contrasting shapes.
- Ideal pot: matte white, gray, or terracotta ceramic — neutral tones enhance the glossy dark green without competing with it.
Its arrow-shaped leaves pointing upward create a sense of momentum and dynamism — an effective counterpoint to broad, spreading plants in a composition.
Verdeia Tips
- High humidity is essential — native to humid tropical undergrowth, it quickly suffers from the dry air of heated homes. Mist it 2 to 3 times a week or place a humidifier nearby in winter.
- Winter dormancy is normal — one or more leaves may fall in winter. Reduce watering, maintain light levels, and wait for spring — it will naturally start growing again.
- Repot every year in spring — compact Alocasias grow relatively quickly. Annual repotting in a slightly larger pot maintains active growth.
- Avoid hard water — it can cause spots and dull the glossy foliage. Use filtered water or water that has been left to stand for 24 hours instead.
- ⚠️ Toxic to animals and humans — contains irritating calcium oxalates. Keep it out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. In a household with animals, it is best to choose from the plants and animals that are compatible.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Alocasia 'Bambino Arrow'
- Common name: Elephant ear, Alocasia Bambino Arrow
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia
- Pot diameter: 14 cm
- Approximate height: 40 cm
- Mature size: up to 40–60 cm indoors
- Light: bright indirect light — avoid direct sun
- Watering: moderate — let the top few cm dry out between waterings
- Humidity: high (60–80%) essential
- Temperature: 18–27 °C
- Care: moderate (high humidity essential)
- Toxicity to animals: toxic if ingested (calcium oxalates)
- Decorative style: Tropical / Graphic / Urban jungle
- Special feature: unique upright arrow-shaped leaves, glossy dark green with prominent veins, compact size, possible winter dormancy
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The size and shape of the leaves naturally vary depending on growing conditions and the season.
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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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?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
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 should I 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.