{"product_id":"philodendron-gloriosum-x-maximum-rare-plant-exact-4-31b","title":"Alocasia Bambino Variegated - 4\" Exact Plant #31A","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia Bambino Variegated\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bambino Arrow' (variegated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA variegated form of \u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bambino' — a compact, narrow-leaved dwarf selection related to \u003cem\u003eAlocasia amazonica\u003c\/em\u003e, known for its slender arrow-shaped dark green leaves with bold white venation. The variegated form adds irregular cream, white, and soft pink-blushed sectors across the leaf, with each uniquely patterned. Compact and upright in habit, it is slower-growing than the standard form due to reduced chlorophyll, and subject to the 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 variegation and supporting growth across the reduced-chlorophyll sectors; insufficient light causes reversion. Avoid direct sun which scorches the pale and pink sectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining, airy aroid mix of orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir; as a rhizomatous alocasia it is highly susceptible to root rot — excellent drainage is non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm temperatures between 65-80°F; cool below 60°F triggers dormancy. High humidity of 60-70%+ is essential — the variegated sectors show stress before green tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the top 1-2\" to dry between waterings; keep lightly moist but never soggy. Overwatering is the primary cultivation failure — the pale sectors make this form especially sensitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer 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":48086457155749,"sku":"04ALOCbambino_var_31A","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/9602\/3205\/files\/PXL_20260803_013751986.MP.jpg?v=1785724697","url":"https:\/\/plantamani.com\/products\/philodendron-gloriosum-x-maximum-rare-plant-exact-4-31b","provider":"Plantamani Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}