{"product_id":"california-elephant-ear","title":"California Elephant Ear","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Alocasia gageana 'California', known as the California Elephant Ear, is one of the most robust, lush, and impressively proportioned Alocasias available for indoor growing, and one of the most naturally suited to UAE's warm, bright indoor climate. Its enormous, broad, wavy-edged leaves in rich deep green are held on sturdy, upright stems, creating a spectacular tropical canopy of genuine scale and presence that fills any room with an immediate sense of lush, jungle-like abundance. What sets the California apart from many of its more delicate Alocasia relatives is its exceptional hardiness and adaptability. It is more tolerant of lower humidity, temperature fluctuations, and varying light conditions than most Alocasias, making it a far more forgiving and rewarding choice for indoor growing in the UAE. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight: \u003c\/strong\u003eBright indirect light; thrives in well-lit indoor spaces — avoid direct Dubai afternoon sun which will scorch the large leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWater when the top inch of soil feels dry; keep consistently moist during the growing season. Never allow to sit in standing water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore tolerant of average indoor humidity than most Alocasias — one of its key advantages for Dubai's air-conditioned interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWell-draining aroid mix with perlite; good drainage is essential for long-term root health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer: \u003c\/strong\u003eFeed every two weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove yellowing or damaged leaves to encourage healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur plants are supplied in nursery pots. The listed size includes the total height of the plant with its pot. As a living product, natural variations in size, shape, or fullness may occur depending on the season and growth stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"growhub","offers":[{"title":"80cm - 100cm","offer_id":53864572617022,"sku":"78503","price":200.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4664\/4286\/files\/CaliforniaElephantEar.jpg?v=1784636048","url":"https:\/\/growhub.ae\/products\/california-elephant-ear","provider":"growhub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}