{"product_id":"alocasia-odora-california","title":"Alocasia odora 'California'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlocasia odora 'California'\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlocasia odora 'California' is a green elephant-ear Alocasia with broad upright leaves and thick petioles. It carries the generous leaf shape of \u003cem\u003eAlocasia odora\u003c\/em\u003e and develops a broad green outline in bright indoor growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are bright to medium green, softly pleated between the veins and held above the pot on strong stems. In a bright room, conservatory or sheltered warm-season position, the plant creates a full green canopy with little pattern or heavy texture on the blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBroad green elephant-ear foliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAlocasia odora\u003c\/em\u003e is a broad-leaved Asian species from warm, wet habitats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large heart-to-arrow-shaped blades with a smooth green surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright rhizomatous growth that can form a fuller clump with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer use:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger potted plant for bright indoor floors, conservatories and sheltered warm-season positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Odora California in a pot\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plant has a higher water demand during warm active growth than small jewel Alocasia. The substrate should hold enough moisture for large leaves while staying coarse enough that the lower pot remains oxygenated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e In consistent indirect light, petioles stay firm and broad leaves expand cleanly. Acclimate slowly before any gentle outdoor sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly once the upper few centimetres dry. Reduce frequency as temperature and light drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a fertile aroid mix with bark, coco chips, perlite or pumice and a moisture-holding component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot choice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a weighty pot that balances the leaf weight and gives roots room as the plant matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain warmth above 18 °C, with active growth around 20–30 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e A even humidity level lets wide leaves expand smoothly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilising:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply balanced fertiliser at moderate strength through active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Divide established offsets or firm rhizome sections during active growth; each piece needs firm tissue, roots and a visible growing point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral substrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use inert mineral or semi-hydro culture only after careful transition, with shallow water levels and the base above the wettest layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Move outdoor summer plants back inside before cool nights and wet autumn weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBroad leaves after watering shifts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft lower stems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check for cold wet substrate and reduce watering until warmth and root activity return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrooping leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review water uptake, pot stability and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrown margins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balance watering depth, humidity and fertiliser strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest damage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect undersides regularly for spider mites and thrips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eScented elephant-ear foliage indoors\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlocasia odora 'California' is toxic if chewed. Place it away from pets and children, and handle sap with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOdora name and California form\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe genus name \u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e is formed in relation to \u003cem\u003eColocasia\u003c\/em\u003e. The species epithet \u003cem\u003eodora\u003c\/em\u003e comes from Latin and refers to fragrance, a name connected with the scented inflorescences of the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA warm, bright pot gives Alocasia odora 'California' the room to build its broad green canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-california-large-plant-03.webp?v=1780011235\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-california-large-plant-02.webp?v=1780011234\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-california-foliage-02.webp?v=1780011235\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-cucullata-plant-04.webp?v=1780011234\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-california-large-plant-01.webp?v=1780011234\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-california-foliage-01.webp?v=1780011235\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43758309507131,"sku":"MM-MEC-0496","price":37.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/7976\/1211\/files\/alocasia-california-foliage-03.webp?v=1783514671","url":"https:\/\/katyprom.com\/products\/alocasia-odora-california","provider":"katyprom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}