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 Ear with very complementary shapes: the Alocasia Cucullata with large, shiny green heart-shaped leaves and the Alocasia Lauterbachiana with long, narrow, wavy dark green leaves with very pronounced veins. A balanced duo between brightness and graphic appeal, in our selection of plant bundles.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, these two Alocasias share the same light and humidity needs — a maintenance consistency that simplifies their care daily. Everything you need to know is gathered in our complete guide to Alocasias.
The 2 varieties in this pack
This pack brings together two Alocasias with very different shapes that visually complement each other:
- Alocasia Cucullata — H55 cm | Pot Ø19 cm — large, rounded, shiny green heart-shaped leaves, elegant and bright upright habit. Adds freshness and lightness to the arrangement.
- Alocasia Lauterbachiana — H80 cm | Pot Ø19 cm — long, narrow, wavy dark green leaves with very pronounced light veins, structured and slender 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 & location
Both Alocasias in this pack share the same light requirements — bright indirect light to partial shade, avoiding direct sunlight that would burn their large leaves.
- Light: bright indirect light to partial shade — avoid direct sun.
- Ideal: living room, office, hallway, or bedroom with a well-exposed window without direct sun.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.
- Substrate: rich, light, and well-draining — potting soil for green plants mixed with perlite.
Place the Lauterbachiana in the background for its height and slender leaves, the Cucullata in the foreground for its rounded and bright leaves — a natural balance between the two shapes.
Watering & care
Both varieties share the same needs — a slightly moist substrate and high ambient humidity. The light-humidity balance is the most important factor to keep their foliage healthy.
- Watering: moderate — keep the substrate slightly moist without ever letting it become soggy.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduced in winter.
- Drainage: essential — pots must have drainage holes with well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: prefers 60–80% — mist regularly or place near a humidifier.
- Fertilizer: every 2 to 4 weeks in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Cleaning: gently wipe leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shine.
If the leaves droop slightly, it is almost always a sign of lack of water — water them and they usually straighten up within 24 hours.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
This duo already creates a balanced tropical arrangement by itself — it can also be integrated into a more ambitious XXL composition.
- Complete this duo with an Alocasia Zebrina with striped stems to form a trio of three Alocasias with very distinct shapes — the XXL pack available directly in our catalog.
- Place the Cucullata in the Elho Brussels White decorative pot Ø20 cm — the clean white enhances the shine of its rounded green leaves.
- Place the Lauterbachiana in the Elho Brussels Anthracite decorative pot Ø20 cm — the anthracite gray accentuates the contrast of the light veins on the dark green background.
- For a living room or hallway arrangement, add a Monstera Deliciosa with cut leaves — three very different tropical foliages (rounded / wavy-veined / cut) for a composition fully in the Alocasia spirit extended to tropical plants.
Verdeia tips
- Maintain high humidity for both plants: this is the most important factor — in heated apartments during winter, mist 2 to 3 times a week or place a humidifier nearby; brown edges on leaves almost always indicate air that is too dry.
- Repot every 1 to 2 years in spring: into slightly larger pots with fresh, well-draining substrate — properly done, repotting restarts the rapid growth of both varieties and encourages the emergence of new large leaves.
- Cut old yellowed leaves at the base: it is normal for a lower leaf to yellow when a new one emerges — cut it cleanly at the base with clean scissors to maintain a dense and vigorous habit on 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 level: moderate
- Toxicity: toxic to pets and children if ingested (calcium oxalate crystals)
- Decor style: urban jungle / tropical / elegant
Each plant is unique: photos show a representative example. Leaf size and shape naturally vary depending on 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.