Samar Lance (Alocasia scalprum)
Samar Lance (Alocasia scalprum) is a striking tropical plant known for its large, deeply veined, lance-shaped leaves with a dark green, almost black, appearance.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sun can scorch the leaves.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, but allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining, rich potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-27°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Habitat
House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sun can scorch the leaves.
Filtered light or shade is best.
Keep soil consistently moist, but allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-draining, rich potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-27°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Avoid temperatures below 15°C.
House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Reduce or stop feeding in fall and winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Ground
Plant Environment
House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-1.5 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Black
Leaf Type
Simple, lanceolate, deeply veined
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAlismatales
- familyAraceae
- genusAlocasia
- speciesAlocasia scalprum
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No