Alocasia 'Serendipity' - Purple Heart-Shaped Elephant Ear Plant

Alocasia 'Serendipity' - A Striking Purple Elephant Ear Houseplant

The Alocasia 'Serendipity' stands out with its dramatic purplish-green foliage and contrasting dark purple undersides. This hybrid variety produces large, heart-shaped leaves that create an impressive vertical display, making it an ideal choice for adding height and tropical character to indoor spaces.

Distinctive Foliage Features

Each leaf showcases a unique color palette with purplish-green upper surfaces that transition to very dark purple undersides. The lime green stems and veins on the leaf undersides create a striking contrast, adding visual interest from every angle. The heart-shaped leaves grow large and maintain their bold coloring throughout the year when provided with proper care.

Growing Requirements

As a jungle plant native to tropical understory environments, Alocasia 'Serendipity' thrives in shady conditions with consistent moisture. This plant prefers rich, well-draining soil that stays consistently moist without becoming waterlogged. Position in locations protected from drying winds and harsh afternoon sunlight, which can damage the delicate foliage.

This variety adapts well to indoor cultivation when placed in sheltered locations away from direct sun exposure. It can also be incorporated into moist understory plantings or shady border gardens in suitable climates. The plant performs best in environments that mimic its natural tropical habitat with filtered light and stable humidity levels.

Care Considerations

Alocasia 'Serendipity' is very sensitive to cold temperatures and must be protected from drafts and temperature fluctuations. Maintain warm conditions year-round and avoid exposure to temperatures below 60°F. Regular watering to keep soil consistently moist, combined with occasional misting, helps maintain the lush appearance of the foliage.

Product Specifications

• Botanical Name: Alocasia Hybrid

• Common Names: Alocasia Serendipity, Black Elephant Ear

• Description: Alocasia Serendipity is a tall plant with large, heart-shaped purplish-green leaves with very dark purple undersides. The stems and veins on the leaf undersides are lime green. Being a jungle plant, it prefers shady conditions and rich consistently moist soils and protection from drying or damaging winds and harsh afternoon sunlight. These conditions can be achieved in a pot placed in a sheltered location, or as part of a moist understory planting or shady border.

• Note: ***Very sensitive to the cold***