DescriptionIn India, we can sell this Alocasia Scalprum (small jiffy) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West BengalAlocasia scalprum is a rare jewel Alocasia known for its narrow, elongated, metallic-dark green leaves with a reptile-skin texture. It’s a bit sensitive but very rewarding with the right care. LightBright, indirect lightAvoid direct sun (burns leaves)Too little light = slow growth and dull color WaterKeep soil evenly moist, never soggyWater when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dryUse filtered / rainwater if possibleOverwatering causes root rot quickly TemperatureIdeal: 20–28°CMinimum: 15°CProtect from cold drafts and AC Humidity (Very Important)Loves high humidity: 70–90%Use:HumidifierPebble trayGrouping plants togetherLow humidity causes leaf curling & crispy edges Soil MixFast-draining but moisture-retentive:40% cocopeat or peat30% perlite20% orchid bark10% compost or worm castingsPot must have excellent drainage. FertilizerFeed every 2–3 weeks in growing seasonUse balanced liquid fertilizer (½ strength)Stop or reduce feeding in winter RepottingOnly when root-boundPrefer slightly snug potBest time: spring or early summer Common ProblemsYellow leaves → overwateringDrooping leaves → cold or underwateringSpider mites / thrips → low humidityDormancy → normal in cooler month
