Alocasia Zebrina — Elephant Ear — Ø21 cm — H80 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of light does it need? It requires bright, indirect light. Its striped stems will turn toward the light, so feel free to rotate the pot regularly.
Is it a toxic plant? Yes, Alocasia is toxic to pets and can cause mouth irritation.
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
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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 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.
Alocasia Zebrina — Elephant Ear — Ø21 cm — H80 cm
🌿 Spectacular striped stems • 🎨 Horizontal black-purple striped patterns • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌱 Easy to care for • 💨 Depollinating plant • 🐾 Toxic to pets
The Alocasia Zebrina, also called Elephant Ear, is an iconic and spectacular indoor plant known for its yellow-green striped stems adorned with horizontal black-purple striped patterns that create a striking and unique contrast. This fascinating plant features dark green arrow-shaped leaves borne on spectacular petioles that add a touch of sophistication and character to your urban jungle.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, Alocasia is a plant from the Araceae family that naturally grows in humid and shaded undergrowth. The 'Zebrina' variety is particularly appreciated for its spectacular striped stems that create a striking visual effect even without foliage and its status as a highly sought-after collector's plant. It is perfect for living rooms, offices, bedrooms, or as a graphic centerpiece in your urban jungle. Bonus: Alocasia is a depollinating plant that purifies the air and brings a refined tropical touch.
Which Alocasia variety to choose?
The Alocasia genus offers a great diversity of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here is how the Alocasia Zebrina stands out from other varieties in our catalog:
- Alocasia Zebrina (this plant): spectacular yellow-green striped stems with horizontal black-purple patterns, dark green foliage, very decorative. Decorative stems version.
- Alocasia Wentii: bronze green foliage with spectacular purple-red underside, pronounced veins. Elegant bicolor version.
- Alocasia Lauterbachiana: elegant wavy elongated leaves, upright and airy habit. Elongated graphic version.
- Alocasia Cucullata: shiny green heart-shaped foliage, very robust and easy. Easy green version.
- Alocasia Polly (Amazonica): dark green foliage with silvery white veins, compact habit. Classic graphic version.
- Alocasia Bambino Arrow: compact arrow-shaped foliage with pronounced veins. Elegant compact version.
- Alocasia Red Secret: burgundy red foliage evolving towards green. Spectacular colored version.
- Alocasia Gageana California: very large thick leaves with very pronounced veins. Textured XXL version.
- Alocasia Regal Shield: very large shield-shaped leaves with deep purple undersides. Majestic XXL version.
- Alocasia Macrorrhiza: huge shiny green leaves, very imposing habit. Tropical giant version.
Why choose the Alocasia Zebrina? If you’re looking for an Alocasia with spectacular zebra-striped stems that create a striking visual effect even without foliage, the Zebrina is the perfect choice. It’s a highly sought-after collector’s plant for its unique petioles.
Exposure & placement
The Alocasia Zebrina enjoys bright indirect light to maintain its vibrant dark green foliage and reveal its spectacular zebra-striped stems. It tolerates partial shade but prefers bright exposure for vigorous growth.
- Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sun.
- Ideal: living room, office, bedroom, or room with a window without direct sunlight.
- Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
- Substrate: light, airy, and well-drained, universal potting soil with perlite.
Verdeia tip: place the Alocasia Zebrina where its spectacular zebra-striped stems are clearly visible and create a graphic focal point.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate; let the top 2-3 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce to once every 2 weeks in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a perforated pot with a well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: enjoys 60-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with a diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves and stems with a damp cloth to preserve their shine and reveal the zebra patterns.
The Alocasia prefers a slightly moist but never soggy substrate — avoid excess water that causes leaves to yellow.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its spectacular zebra-striped stems and dark green foliage, the Alocasia Zebrina adds a touch of sophistication and character to your urban jungle. It creates a graphic and unique focal point.
- Pair with: Calathea, Maranta, Fittonia, Peperomia, or other plants with graphic foliage to create a sophisticated and contrasting urban jungle.
- Ideal pot: decorative pot in matte ceramic (white, gray, black) or woven basket to highlight the spectacular zebra stems.
- Ambiance: perfect as an accent plant in a living room, office, or bedroom to add a touch of graphic sophistication.
The spectacular zebra stems create a striking visual effect that brings sophistication and unique character to your plant decor.
Verdeia tips
- Provide bright indirect light: to keep its dark green foliage vibrant and reveal its zebra stems.
- Gently wipe the stems: to preserve their spectacular zebra patterns and shine.
- Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness and maintain humidity.
- Avoid drafts: Alocasia is sensitive to temperature changes.
- Enjoy its rarity: the Alocasia Zebrina is a highly sought-after collector's plant for its unique stems.
A true tropical gem, the Alocasia Zebrina captivates with its spectacular zebra stems adorned with horizontal black-purple patterns creating a striking contrast. An iconic collector's plant ideal for bringing sophistication and graphic character to your urban jungle.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Alocasia zebrina
- Common name: Alocasia Zebrina, Zebra Elephant Ear
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia
- Dimensions on delivery: Ø21 × H80 cm
- Adult size: up to 80–100 cm indoors
- Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight
- Watering: moderate, let the top 2-3 cm dry out between waterings
- Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
- Toxicity for animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
- Decorative style: Graphic / Iconic / Sophisticated
- Particularity: spectacular yellow-green zebra stems with horizontal black-purple patterns, dark green arrow-shaped foliage, air-purifying plant, easy to care for, highly sought-after collector's plant, decorative even without foliage
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the zebra patterns and the density of the foliage naturally vary.
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.