{"product_id":"alocasia-venusta-10-5cm-pot-15cm-height-house-plant","title":"Alocasia Venusta 10.5cm Pot 15cm Height House Plant","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"477\" data-start=\"116\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Venusta’ is a compact and highly attractive tropical houseplant admired for its elegant foliage, subtle metallic tones, and manageable growth habit. Compared to larger, more dramatic Alocasia species, ‘Venusta’ offers a softer, more refined appearance while still retaining the exotic characteristics that make Alocasias so desirable among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"794\" data-start=\"479\"\u003eIts elongated, arrow-shaped leaves display a beautiful blend of silvery-green and deeper green tones, often enhanced by darker veining and a smooth satin finish. The foliage appears slightly textured and can develop a gentle metallic sheen under bright light, giving the plant an understated yet sophisticated look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1033\" data-start=\"796\"\u003eNative to tropical environments, Alocasia ‘Venusta’ thrives in warm, humid conditions and remains relatively compact, making it ideal for shelves, desks, terrariums, or smaller indoor spaces where larger Alocasias may become impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"1035\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"1040\" data-section-id=\"1sboupi\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1339\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1059\" data-section-id=\"1ks91wy\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1094\" data-start=\"1061\"\u003eElegant silvery-green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e with darker veining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"1117\" data-section-id=\"oxoarc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003eCompact growth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for smaller indoor spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1226\" data-start=\"1178\" data-section-id=\"p3vdq0\"\u003eSubtle metallic sheen adds depth and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1292\" data-start=\"1227\" data-section-id=\"93tn69\"\u003eExcellent choice for collectors wanting a manageable Alocasia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1339\" data-start=\"1293\" data-section-id=\"16ssy74\"\u003eTropical appearance without excessive size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1344\" data-start=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1368\" data-start=\"1346\" data-section-id=\"vkncyi\"\u003eDetailed Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1394\" data-start=\"1370\" data-section-id=\"1b6noqc\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1449\" data-start=\"1395\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Venusta’ prefers \u003cstrong data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1422\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1507\" data-start=\"1451\" data-section-id=\"191m3jn\"\u003ePosition near a bright window with filtered sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1570\" data-start=\"1508\" data-section-id=\"1inh7fb\"\u003eAvoid harsh direct midday sun, which may scorch the leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1571\" data-section-id=\"2paimt\"\u003eLower light conditions can reduce growth and dull foliage colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1663\" data-start=\"1641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1661\" data-start=\"1641\"\u003eIdeal locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1773\" data-start=\"1664\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1687\" data-start=\"1664\" data-section-id=\"j3sk1p\"\u003eEast-facing windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1717\" data-start=\"1688\" data-section-id=\"1wyw97k\"\u003eBright north-facing rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1773\" data-start=\"1718\" data-section-id=\"1gu75g8\"\u003eA short distance from brighter south-facing windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1778\" data-start=\"1775\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1794\" data-start=\"1780\" data-section-id=\"rthh5f\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1869\" data-start=\"1795\"\u003eThis plant prefers lightly moist soil but dislikes waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2075\" data-start=\"1871\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1926\" data-start=\"1871\" data-section-id=\"g9yic7\"\u003eWater when the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003etop 2–3 cm of soil begins to dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1996\" data-start=\"1927\" data-section-id=\"zvsunw\"\u003eKeep the soil consistently but lightly moist during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2037\" data-start=\"1997\" data-section-id=\"1qqi3n2\"\u003eReduce watering during winter months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2075\" data-start=\"2038\" data-section-id=\"egv1ku\"\u003eEnsure excess water drains freely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2158\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overwatering is one of the most common causes of Alocasia decline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2163\" data-start=\"2160\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2193\" data-start=\"2165\" data-section-id=\"187r1cl\"\u003eHumidity \u0026amp; Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2249\" data-start=\"2194\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Venusta’ thrives in warm, humid environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2368\" data-start=\"2251\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2281\" data-start=\"2251\" data-section-id=\"jawgfq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2272\" data-start=\"2253\"\u003eIdeal humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2316\" data-start=\"2282\" data-section-id=\"19d2oel\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2306\" data-start=\"2284\"\u003eTemperature range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2368\" data-start=\"2317\" data-section-id=\"1p0xxj7\"\u003eAvoid cold draughts and temperatures below 15°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2393\" data-start=\"2370\"\u003eTo increase humidity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2467\" data-start=\"2394\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2414\" data-start=\"2394\" data-section-id=\"1kjko6e\"\u003eUse a humidifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2440\" data-start=\"2415\" data-section-id=\"1945lkh\"\u003eGroup plants together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2467\" data-start=\"2441\" data-section-id=\"wd21sh\"\u003ePlace on a pebble tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2472\" data-start=\"2469\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2498\" data-start=\"2474\" data-section-id=\"1jh4oai\"\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Potting Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2546\" data-start=\"2499\"\u003eA chunky, free-draining substrate is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2570\" data-start=\"2548\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2568\" data-start=\"2548\"\u003eRecommended mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2677\" data-start=\"2571\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2597\" data-start=\"2571\" data-section-id=\"1v7q1qr\"\u003e40% houseplant compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2613\" data-start=\"2598\" data-section-id=\"1yssmgt\"\u003e30% perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2633\" data-start=\"2614\" data-section-id=\"mbcedq\"\u003e20% orchid bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2677\" data-start=\"2634\" data-section-id=\"13urt1v\"\u003e10% coco coir or horticultural charcoal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2753\" data-start=\"2679\"\u003eThis allows good airflow around the roots while retaining enough moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2758\" data-start=\"2755\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2773\" data-start=\"2760\" data-section-id=\"6wxzac\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2847\" data-start=\"2774\"\u003eFeed regularly during the growing season for healthy foliage development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2978\" data-start=\"2849\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2930\" data-start=\"2849\" data-section-id=\"rmfyap\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2887\" data-start=\"2857\"\u003ebalanced liquid fertiliser\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2978\" data-start=\"2931\" data-section-id=\"1v71m12\"\u003eReduce or stop feeding in autumn and winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2983\" data-start=\"2980\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3014\" data-start=\"2985\" data-section-id=\"15r8wx2\"\u003eGrowth Habit \u0026amp; Dormancy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3147\" data-start=\"3015\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3048\" data-start=\"3015\" data-section-id=\"nnlb1d\"\u003eCompact, upright growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3095\" data-start=\"3049\" data-section-id=\"102f07c\"\u003eProduces foliage from underground rhizomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3147\" data-start=\"3096\" data-section-id=\"1vq9jmn\"\u003eMay enter partial dormancy during cooler months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3167\" data-start=\"3149\"\u003eDuring dormancy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3284\" data-start=\"3168\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3198\" data-start=\"3168\" data-section-id=\"1nwaab9\"\u003eGrowth slows significantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3237\" data-start=\"3199\" data-section-id=\"gbk15n\"\u003eSome leaves may yellow or die back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3284\" data-start=\"3238\" data-section-id=\"c37cze\"\u003eWater less frequently until growth resumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3289\" data-start=\"3286\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3306\" data-start=\"3291\" data-section-id=\"9a8jta\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3469\" data-start=\"3307\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3366\" data-start=\"3307\" data-section-id=\"1l3q6js\"\u003eRepot every \u003cstrong data-end=\"3334\" data-start=\"3321\"\u003e1–2 years\u003c\/strong\u003e or when roots outgrow the pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3408\" data-start=\"3367\" data-section-id=\"1tjx1sd\"\u003eChoose containers with drainage holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3469\" data-start=\"3409\" data-section-id=\"6v23gb\"\u003eAvoid oversized pots, which can retain too much moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3474\" data-start=\"3471\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3493\" data-start=\"3476\" data-section-id=\"byiqgw\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3575\" data-start=\"3494\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Venusta’ is usually propagated through \u003cstrong data-end=\"3574\" data-start=\"3543\"\u003edivision or corm separation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3711\" data-start=\"3577\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3577\" data-section-id=\"1kye108\"\u003eSeparate offsets during repotting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3659\" data-start=\"3615\" data-section-id=\"jagwl3\"\u003ePot into a lightly moist, airy substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3711\" data-start=\"3660\" data-section-id=\"1na5y\"\u003eMaintain warmth and humidity while establishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3716\" data-start=\"3713\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3737\" data-start=\"3718\" data-section-id=\"cthwht\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3764\" data-start=\"3739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3762\" data-start=\"3739\"\u003e1. Yellowing leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3816\" data-start=\"3765\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3816\" data-start=\"3765\" data-section-id=\"h0q52m\"\u003eUsually linked to overwatering or poor drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3845\" data-start=\"3818\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3843\" data-start=\"3818\"\u003e2. Brown crispy edges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3903\" data-start=\"3846\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3903\" data-start=\"3846\" data-section-id=\"f84i\"\u003eOften caused by low humidity or inconsistent watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3930\" data-start=\"3905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3928\" data-start=\"3905\"\u003e3. Drooping foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3988\" data-start=\"3931\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3988\" data-start=\"3931\" data-section-id=\"zmmv4h\"\u003eMay indicate watering stress or environmental changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4019\" data-start=\"3990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4017\" data-start=\"3990\"\u003e4. Slower winter growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4072\" data-start=\"4020\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4072\" data-start=\"4020\" data-section-id=\"igqt2j\"\u003eCommon during dormancy and usually not a concern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4077\" data-start=\"4074\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4110\" data-start=\"4079\" data-section-id=\"1lgsc0x\"\u003eStyling \u0026amp; Placement Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4373\" data-start=\"4111\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4173\" data-start=\"4111\" data-section-id=\"1f7u55h\"\u003ePerfect for \u003cstrong data-end=\"4171\" data-start=\"4125\"\u003edesks, shelves, and smaller plant displays\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4244\" data-start=\"4174\" data-section-id=\"186c6kr\"\u003eWorks beautifully in \u003cstrong data-end=\"4242\" data-start=\"4197\"\u003emodern, minimalist, or tropical interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4315\" data-start=\"4245\" data-section-id=\"1g2uyvz\"\u003ePairs well with velvety foliage plants and darker tropical species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4373\" data-start=\"4316\" data-section-id=\"1t893dl\"\u003eIdeal for plant cabinets or humidity-focused displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4378\" data-start=\"4375\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4394\" data-start=\"4380\" data-section-id=\"13cwhe3\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4506\" data-start=\"4395\"\u003eLike all Alocasias, ‘Venusta’ is \u003cstrong data-end=\"4449\" data-start=\"4428\"\u003etoxic if ingested\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it should be kept out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DS Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57819102609782,"sku":"VEN001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/42d909d6-63dd-494b-a33f-638311385d5d.jpg?v=1778585106","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/alocasia-venusta-10-5cm-pot-15cm-height-house-plant","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}