{"product_id":"alocasia-simpo-albo-exact-plant-4-pot-28a","title":"Alocasia Simpo Albo - Exact Plant 4\" Pot #28A","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia Simpo Albo\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Simpo' (albo variegated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA variegated selection of \u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Simpo', known for its thick, heavily textured, broad shield-to-arrowhead-shaped leaves with bold raised vein structure. The albo form overlays the deep green base with irregular white to cream sectoral variegation, giving each leaf a unique marbled pattern — some boldly splashed, others subtly streaked or speckled. Compact and upright in habit with a sculptural presence. Slower-growing than the standard form due to reduced chlorophyll, and subject to the natural leaf-cycling and dormancy typical of the genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light is essential for maintaining the crisp white variegation and healthy growth; direct sun scorches the pale sectors, while insufficient light causes reversion and leaf drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chunky, well-draining, airy aroid mix of orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir; excellent drainage is essential — as a rhizomatous alocasia it is highly susceptible to root rot. Never waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, stable temperatures between 65-80°F; cool below 60°F triggers dormancy. High humidity of 60-80% is essential — the white sectors show browning before green tissue does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly and lightly moist, allowing the top 1-2\" to dry slightly between waterings; never soggy. Overwatering is the primary cultivation failure — the albo form is especially sensitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed gently with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength every 4-6 weeks during active growth; reduce or stop during dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PLANTAMANI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48003492577445,"sku":"04ALOCsimpoalbo_28A","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/9602\/3205\/files\/PXL_20260711_012154008.jpg?v=1783909850","url":"https:\/\/plantamani.com\/products\/alocasia-simpo-albo-exact-plant-4-pot-28a","provider":"Plantamani Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}